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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%...
Miniature American Shepherd Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Miniature American Shepherd pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for small-to-medium dogs. The national average monthly premium for dog accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹, per Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). Because this...
Pet Insurance Costs
English Springer Spaniel Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
English Springer Spaniel pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for dogs, though one hereditary condition is genuinely specific to the breed. The national average monthly premium for dog accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹,...
Pet Insurance Costs
Border Collie Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Border Collie pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for dogs. The national average monthly premium for accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹, according to Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). For Border Collies, insurers weigh a...
Pet Insurance Costs
Havanese Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Havanese pet insurance typically costs close to the national dog average — currently $43 per month¹ for accident-and-illness coverage, according to Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). Your actual rate depends on age, location, and plan choice, but insurers...
Pet Insurance Costs
Chihuahua Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Chihuahua pet insurance typically costs close to the national dog average — currently $43 per month¹ for accident-and-illness coverage, according to Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). Your actual rate depends on age, location, and plan choice, but insurers...
Pet Insurance Costs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Pembroke Welsh Corgi pet insurance costs reflect a combination of risks rarely seen together in one breed: a chondrodystrophic, short-legged build that raises spinal disc risk, a strong genetic link to degenerative myelopathy, and a well-documented...
Pet Insurance Costs
Miniature Schnauzer Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Miniature Schnauzer pet insurance costs are shaped by a metabolic risk profile unlike almost any other breed: idiopathic hyperlipidemia, a hallmark trait in this breed that's associated with a higher risk of pancreatitis. The national average monthly...
Pet Insurance Costs
Boxer Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Boxer pet insurance costs are shaped by a health risk found in few other breeds: arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC), an inherited heart-rhythm disorder tied to a mutation in the striatin gene. The national average monthly premium...
Pet Insurance Costs
How to Choose a Puppy Breed: 7 Lesser-Known Dogs to Consider
Choosing a puppy breed comes down to matching four things to your life: energy level, grooming needs, experience level, and health predispositions. Get those right, and a breed's size or looks matter far less than whether its daily needs fit your...
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