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Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Can Pet Insurance Help Cover?
Pet insurance can help reimburse pet parents for eligible veterinary expenses, including diagnostic tests like blood work, X-rays, and ultrasounds. With blood work costing $100 to $200 for a routine CBC and chemistry panel², and more specialized tests...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
For many pet parents, pet insurance can be worth the cost because it helps provide financial protection against unexpected veterinary bills. As veterinary care becomes more advanced, treatment costs can increase—and a single emergency or serious...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Does Pet Insurance Cover Dental Care? What's Included and What's Not
Pet insurance typically helps cover dental injuries from accidents and treatment for dental disease, but routine cleanings and preventive dental care require a separate wellness add-on. According to the AVMA¹, periodontal disease is "the most common...
Pet Safety
Pet Safety
Pet First Aid Kit – Everything You Need To Keep In Your Pet First Aid Kit
You never know when an accident may happen, and when it does you want to be prepared! Having a first-aid kit for not only yourself but also your pet will help you tend to any injuries you may get going about your day. These kits are great to keep in...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Are the Biggest Benefits of Pet Insurance?
Your pet is part of your family — and when an unexpected accident or illness happens, you want to be able to get them the care they need. Pet insurance can help reimburse pet parents for eligible veterinary expenses, with reimbursement rates up to 90%...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Pet Insurance as an Employee Benefit: What You Need to Know Key Takeaways
Pet insurance as an employee benefit provides discounted coverage through your workplace, helping cover unexpected veterinary costsEmployees at companies o<ering pet insurance report 84% higher job satisfaction than those without this benefit3Spot Pet...
8 Illness Claims with the Largest Changes in Pet Insurance Claim Costs (2023-2025)
Why Do Claim Costs Increase? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of veterinary services rose 7.6% between May of 2023 and May of 2025 (“Table 2. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U): U. S. City Average, by...
Pet Insurance Costs
Why Should I Get Pet Insurance for My Senior Pet?
Since 2019, the number of insured pets in the U.S. has increased from less than 3 million to more than 5 million. More pet owners are feeling the sting of rising veterinary care costs and want to ensure they have adequate funds when their pet is sick...
Why Pet Insurance?
The Ultimate List of Cutest Dog Breeds
Before we start, let’s make one thing clear—all dogs are cute. Every single one of them. Even that scruffy mutt who looks like he’s had a bad hair day for three years straight. But we know what you are looking for - ‘Aww’ at first sight. We do have...
Breed Tips
Most Lazy Dog Breeds
So, you’re looking for the couch potatoes of the canine world. You’re in luck because cats are not the only ones that like to lay around like queens in the house (while some cats can jump and dance in the house more than dogs), there are some dog...
Dog Tips
From Kelpies to Terriers: A Guide to Australian Dog Breeds
Australia is known for its wild landscapes, working farms, and adventurous spirit, and its dog breeds are no exception. Whether developed for herding livestock or keeping homes rodent-free, native Australian dog breeds are intelligent, adaptable, and...
Breed Tips
Best Medium Sized Dog Breeds
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. You’ll find the smallest ones like Chihuahuas that are as small as 5-8 inches and weigh not more than 5 lbs. to the large ones like Great Danes and Mastiffs that are more than 30 inches tall and can weigh up to 250...
Breed Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Spaying?
You, of course, may already know what spaying is, but just in case you don’t – Spaying, or ‘fixing’ as some people refer to it, is a surgical procedure to remove the reproductive organs from a female dog or cat. It is routine but highly invasive and...
Coverage
Dogs with Double Coats: What Pet Parents Need to Know
If you've ever brushed your dog and ended up with enough fur to stuff a pillow, you're probably dealing with a double-coated dog. These dogs have a unique type of coat designed to protect them from the elements, and it comes with specific grooming...
Dog Tips
13 Signs Your Cat Loves You: A Complete Guide to Feline Affection
Cats often have a reputation for being aloof, but don't let their independent nature fool you. They can be just as affectionate as their canine counterparts, in their own subtle ways. If you're wondering, "Does my cat love me?" or "How do I know if my...
Cat Tips
