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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%...
Can Dogs Eat Grits?
You may have wondered, “Can dogs have grits?" The icon of Southern culture is best left as a treat, if at all. This coarsely ground corn is lightly boiled in water and then cooked with butter. The sweet or savory porridge can be fashioned into grit...
Dog Tips
Should I Feed my Dog Catnip?
If you have a cat and a dog at home, you might notice that they will often share their toys or try to get in on each other’s treats or food. So if you’re giving your cat catnip to make their whiskers twitch, you might ask yourself, “Can I give this to...
Dog Tips
Pregnant Dog? Follow Best Tips & Tricks For Dogs In Pregnancy
Our Best Tips for Pregnant Dogs Your dog’s pregnancy can be an exciting, confusing time as an owner. Of course, you want to make sure they are comfortable and staying healthy, but you may not know how exactly to take care of them. There are a few...
Dog Tips
Can Cats Drink Milk? The Truth About Cats and Dairy
We often see adorable images of kittens lapping up milk, but can cats drink milk as they grow into adults? Contrary to popular belief, most adult cats are lactose intolerant. This means they lack the enzyme needed to break down lactose, the sugar found...
Cat Tips
Ant Bites on Dogs - Should I Be Worried?
Dogs seem to have a talent for getting into trouble, especially when they poke their noses where they shouldn't—like into an ant hill. And your daily walk then turns into a miniature battle scene. But you can understand the struggle your dog would be...
Dog Tips
What are Dog Zoomies?
Imagine this - You're lounging on the couch, enjoying a quiet evening, when suddenly, your dog bolts from room to room and starts behaving as an invisible starter pistol fired, and your living room is now a racetrack. If you didn’t have to imagine...
Dog Tips
How Long Can a Dog Go Without Eating?
Did you know that a man named Angus Barbieri holds the Guinness World Record for surviving without any solid food for 382 days? He subsisted on tea, coffee, sparkling water, vitamins, and soda water. But there are Jain monks in India who have survived...
Dog Tips
How Much Does An Airedale Terrier Cost in 2025?
In the world of dog breeds, the Airedale Terrier stands out with its notable characteristics and distinctive charm. This article aims to delve into the many factors that determine the cost of owning an Airedale Terrier. Characteristics of an Airedale...
Breed Tips
How is a Maine Coon’s Personality?
If you’re looking not just for a cat but one that’s part lion, part teddy bear and part stand-up comedian, then Maine Coon is the breed to go for. All of this is a huge package as these cats belong to the largest domestic pure cat breed in the world....
Cat Tips
