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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?
What Does Pet Insurance 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?
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...
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...
Does Dog Insurance Cover Teeth Cleaning?
All expenses look doable when it comes to our canine buddies – be it special diets, cozy beds, and even toys that last about five minutes. The moment it comes to cleaning their teeth, we all start doing mental math and questioning whether they even...
Dog Insurance Insights
100 Best Names for White Dogs in 2025
White dogs define another level of beauty. From the regal elegance of the Samoyed to the playful mischief of the West Highland White Terrier, white dogs have mesmerized humans through the ages. When you have one at your house, it feels like you have...
Dog Tips
Your Dog Vomiting – Everything You Need to Know
We usually get rid of anything which is toxic to us, may it be a relationship or a place or a person. Our stomachs do the same. Vomiting is the body's way of ridding itself of harmful substances from the stomach, or it may be a reaction to something...
Dog Tips
What to Know Before Getting a West Highland White Terrier | Spot Pet Insurance
The West Highland White Terrier, or Westie, has long been admired for its bold personality and distinctive look. If you’re considering bringing one home, here’s what you should know. West Highland White Terrier Characteristics and Appearance Westies...
Puppy Tips
Is My Cat Sick? 5 Signs You Should Know
Although it may seem strange to think of your cat as a predator rather than a cute kitty, they were once predators in nature. As predators, any sign of weakness would put them at an increased risk of other animals after attacking them. This leads us to...
Cat Tips
Sodium Poisoning in Cats
While salt is often used in the kitchen, it is quite toxic to cats. The use of salt to induce vomiting in cats is no longer the standard of care, and neither pet owners nor veterinarians advocate for it!1 Salt can also be found in handmade play dough...
Cat Tips
Cat Dental Cleaning Cost
Dental cleanings play an important part in maintaining a cat’s overall health by helping to prevent the development of periodontal disease, also known as dental disease (Batiari). While brushing your cat’s teeth can be helpful, annual professional...
Vet Costs
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Shelter Cats
Adopting a cat from a shelter is one of the most rewarding choices a pet parent can make—but unfortunately, outdated myths still hold some people back. Misconceptions about health, behavior, and age often overshadow the fact that shelter cats are just...
Cat Tips
How Much Does Pet Insurance Cost for a Dog?
Nearly two-thirds of households in the United States, around 86.9 million, include a pet(2). Leading the pack are dogs, residing in 65.1 million homes nationwide(2). Despite widespread dog ownership, a surprisingly small fraction – only about 3-4% –...
Pet Insurance Costs
