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Dog Tips
Dog Adoption Checklist: How to Prepare to Adopt a Shelter Dog
To get ready to adopt a dog, choose the kind of dog that fits your life, find a shelter or rescue, stock up on supplies, dog-proof your home, and plan for your new dog's first vet visit. October is a great time to start. It's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month,...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Pet Insurance Cover?
Most standard pet insurance plans cover unexpected accidents and illnesses — including diagnostic tests, surgery, hospitalization, and prescription medications — for conditions that develop after your policy’s waiting period ends. What they generally...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
Should I Get Pet Insurance? You should get pet insurance if a large, unexpected vet bill would be hard for you to cover out of pocket — that's the core question behind whether coverage makes sense for your pet. According to the AVMA², dog owners spend...
Coverage
Coverage
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%...
Cool as a Cucumber: A Dog-Friendly Salad Recipe
Summer is the perfect time for fresh, cool treats, and your furry friend deserves to enjoy the season as much as you do! This dog-friendly cucumber salad is a refreshing and healthy snack, packed with vitamins and nutrients. The best part? It's easy to...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Cabbage?
As a dog owner, you want to share the best with your pet, including healthy and delicious snacks. But can dogs safely enjoy cabbage? The answer is a resounding yes, but with a few important considerations. Let's delve into the details of incorporating...
Dog Tips
The Complete Guide to Limber Tail Syndrome in Dogs
Limber tail syndrome, also known as acute caudal myopathy, is a temporary condition that causes a dog's tail to become limp and unable to wag. While it primarily affects sporting and working dogs, any dog can develop it. Though not usually a serious...
Dog Tips
Fever in Dogs: Is it Possible? How Serious Is It?
We have all felt feverish every once in a while. Loss of energy, lack of motivation to eat food, bad taste in the mouth, headaches, body aches, etc., are all the complaints we have when we feel feverish. But what exactly does classify as a fever, and...
Dog Tips
What is the Best Cat Food for Kittens?
Food is the fuel that keeps us all going. It is not just an energy source for us but huge impact on our health, mood, mental fitness, skin, hair, and almost everything in the body. The same is true for kittens. And now that you are looking for the best...
Kitten Tips
How Much Does an American Foxhound Cost in 2025?
Now that you're here, let's get to the point! As the name suggests, the American Foxhound is one of the oldest breeds in the United States and could cost you between $400-$600 or more1 to own, depending on whether you adopt one or get them from a...
Breed Tips
Cat Kneading: Why Do Cats Knead
Why do cats knead? What does kneading mean? When your cat starts to purr on your lap and soften its place before settling down, you may notice that they exhibit signs of feeling secure. What does cat kneading look like? When you see a cat take their...
Cat Tips
How Much Does a Saint Bernard Cost in 2025?
Saint Bernard Characteristics Life expectancy: 9 – 10 years Adult weight: 140 – 180 lbs. Adult height: 28 – 30 in. Origin – Switzerland Saint Bernard (or St. Bernard for people who don’t want to type those letters in the middle) is a very large dog...
Breed Tips
Can Cats Eat Dog Food and Is It Safe for Cats?
Cats and dogs are the most common domesticated pets in households across the world. We love them both equally, but we also recognize the significant differences between them. The contrast in personality between most cats and dogs has been highlighted...
Cat Tips
