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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...
How Vet Bills Are Shaping Life for U.S. Pet Parents
A recent survey, 2026 Pet Parent Perspective, commissioned by Spot Pet Insurance of over 4,000 dog and cat parents across the U.S. highlights how veterinary expenses can directly influence household decisions. From finances to career moves and even...
Vet Costs
Signs Your Dog is Overheated: Recognizing & Preventing Heat Stress
Our beloved furry friends bring boundless joy and enthusiasm, but as temperatures rise, their well-being becomes a top priority. Heat stress in dogs, also known as overheating or heat exhaustion, can lead to serious health complications, including...
Dog Tips
Is Dog Insurance Worth It?
Dog insurance can be worth it when you want financial protection against unexpected veterinary expenses that can reach $10,000⁶ or more for emergency surgeries. According to NAPHIA¹, the average accident-and-illness policy costs about $62 per month¹...
Dog Insurance Insights
Making Sense of Pet Care Costs: Pet Insurance vs. Telehealth vs. Discount Programs
Pet insurance, veterinary telehealth, and discount programs each serve different pet care needs and budgets. Pet insurance helps provide financial protection for unexpected accidents and illnesses with reimbursement rates up to 90%, telehealth offers...
Why Pet Insurance?
Dog Heat Stroke: What to Know
The world has now marked one full year of back-to-back monthly heat records, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service announced on Wednesday. It said last month was the hottest May in recorded history — the 12th consecutive month in which...
Dog Tips
Pet Insurance for Senior Dogs and Cats: What You Need to Know
Pet insurance for older pets can help provide financial protection when health issues become more frequent and expensive. Senior pets face higher risks of conditions like arthritis, kidney disease, cancer, and dental problems. Accident claims at Spot...
Why Pet Insurance?
How Much Does a British Shorthair Cost in 2025? A Complete Ownership Guide
Is a British Shorthair the Right Cat for You? Before focusing on price, it’s important to understand what living with a British Shorthair is actually like. Originating in Great Britain, the British Shorthair is known for its round face, large eyes, and...
Breed Tips
Do All Vets Take Pet Insurance? What Pet Parents Need to Know
Yes, pet insurance operates with any licensed veterinarian in the U.S. or Canada. Pet insurance has no provider networks or preferred veterinarians. Pet parents pay their vet directly for services, then submit a claim to their insurance provider for...
How Pet Insurance Works
How to Choose Pet Insurance That's Right for You
How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance? Choosing the right pet insurance can involve comparing several key factors: coverage type, deductible amount, reimbursement rate, annual limit, and provider reputation. According to NAPHIA’s Pet Insurance...
Why Pet Insurance?
