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Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim With Spot To submit a pet insurance claim with Spot, log into the Member Center, select your pet, upload your itemized invoice, and submit. Standard claims are processed in 5-7 business days, while preventive care...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Are the Biggest Benefits of Pet Insurance?
Pets are beloved members of our families. They bring joy and companionship, and we want to provide them with the best possible care. However, accidents and illnesses can happen unexpectedly, and veterinary care can be expensive. That's where pet...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Pet Insurance Cover?
Pet insurance is an increasingly popular way for pet parents to help protect their furry companions' health and well-being. Like health insurance for humans, pet insurance can help cover the eligible costs of unexpected medical expenses, giving pet...
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?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Learn More About Protecting Your Pet
Pet insurance is a topic that sparks much debate among pet owners. Some see it as an unnecessary expense, while others swear by it. With the cost of veterinary care increasing, more pet owners are considering whether or not pet insurance is worthwhile....
Dog Tips
Dog Tips
Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Dog: Tips for a Smooth Trip
Many people assume that traveling with dogs is incredibly difficult - if not downright impossible - but don’t want to leave their pooch home alone. However, traveling with your pets can be an extremely rewarding and fun experience for everyone. You...
When Can Female Dogs Get Pregnant?
A girl can get pregnant as soon as she begins ovulating, which can happen as early as age 8, but usually occurs between the ages of 12 and 13. If we take the same age in dogs and calculate using dog years (7 human years = one dog year), we could say...
Dog Tips
CBD for Pets
Uses, Benefits, and Everything Pet Parents Should Know CBD for pets has become extremely popular in the past few years. In 2021, 28 percent of pet parents polled in Spot’s pet behavior survey said they had tried a CBD product for their dog or cat....
Lifestyle
How Much are Vet Bills for Dogs?
66% of the households in the US own a pet. 75% of them are dog parents.1 According to the APPA, Americans spent $147 billion on their pets in 2023, up from $136.8 billion in 2021. It’s estimated that $150.6 billion will be spent in 2025.2 But where are...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Is My Dog's Fur Changing Colors? A Guide for Curious Pet Parents
Our dogs amaze us with their variety – coats are black as night, gold like sunshine, or everything in between! But did you know those colors can shift over time? If your pup is suddenly looking different, you're not imagining things. Several factors,...
Dog Tips
Dog Pooping Blood: Causes, Symptoms & What to Do
Seeing blood in your dog's stool is understandably alarming. It's a sign that something is wrong in their digestive system, and it's crucial to take action. This article will explain potential causes of bloody stool in dogs, the different types you...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Sushi?
The Japanese delicacy sushi has a fan following all over the world. Made from vinegared rice and often paired with seafood such as squid, eel, yellowtail, salmon, tuna, or imitation crab, it’s a favorite for many people. And for dog owners, it can be...
Dog Tips
Altitude Sickness in Dogs
Ever paid for Bungee Jumping and then backed out at the last minute? Well, if you did not then Kudos to you! But if you did then that’s completely normal. Altitude sickness affects 25% to 85% of people traveling to high altitudes. And this happens...
Dog Tips
Can Cats Eat Peanut Butter? Risks, Benefits, and Safer Alternatives
It's natural to want to share your peanut butter sandwich with your cat when they seem interested, but their health should come first. Let's explore the potential risks and benefits of giving cats peanut butter, and also discuss some safer treat...
Cat Tips
Dog Training During the Pandemic
The pandemic hasn’t just affected humans, it’s affected your dogs and pups too. It has affected our daily lives-some of us work from home and that means spending a lot more time with our pets at home. During the pandemic, the number of new dogs and...
Dog Tips
