Juan Salazar
Creative manager by day, pet enthusiast all the time! After 19 years with my dog (hopefully he wins the award for oldest pet in the world), I enjoy spending my days brainstorming tail-wagging content, and sniffing out the latest trends in the pet world.
Puppyhood Insight 1: Puppies Aren’t Stuffed Animals with a Heartbeat
Few things melt a heart like a young puppy. Small and wobbly, their early days revolve around three basic things: resting, eating, and pottying. Like a baby, they don’t know what to do when they feel tired, hungry, or need to potty. When babies are...
Puppy Tips
How to Help Animals this Holiday Season
‘Tis the season for giving back and what better way than to help animals out this holiday season? Not only will they appreciate your generosity, but you’ll feel warm and fuzzy inside after seeing the impact your efforts made. There are many ways to...
Lifestyle
Why Do Cats Get Zoomies? A Fun Look at Feline Frenzy
If you've ever seen your cat tear through the house like a lightning bolt — sprinting, jumping, and pouncing on invisible enemies — you've witnessed the legendary cat zoomies. While this burst of energy might seem random (and maybe even a little...
Cat Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Cataracts
If you are a pet parent, you know how important it is to provide the best possible medical care for your furry friend. One common health issue that can affect pets, particularly as they age, is cataracts. Cataracts can cause vision impairment and...
Why Pet Insurance?
Best Puppy Movies
What’s almost as fun as playing with a puppy in real life? Watching a puppy on the big screen! Whether you want to laugh or cry, there is truly a dog movie for audiences of all ages. Love is at the center of Spot Pet Insurance’s core values and we...
Lifestyle
The Complete Guide to Common German Shepherd Health Problems
Known for their ability to quickly learn commands, the German Shepherd breed is a large, muscular dog that was one of the first dog breeds to be used in therapy, military, and police work. To this day, German Shepherds are the preferred dog breed for...
Breed Tips
Can Cats Eat Grapefruit?
We all love sharing food with our cats. But when it comes to citrusy foods, it’s best to avoid them. Grapefruits are very toxic for your cat. So, when the question is “Can your cat eat grapefruits?” the answer is a strict no. Let's dive into this...
Cat Tips
How To Trim Cat Nails
If you’re a cat parent, one of your responsibilities is to regularly trim your cat’s nails (something that’s often easier said than done). No pet likes having their nails trimmed, whether cat or dog, so it can be tempting to put off this essential...
Cat Tips
Indestructible Dog Toy Choices for 2025
Introduction Dog toys are great – they keep our pets entertained for hours and keep them from chewing up our personal items! Dogs have a high chew drive and teeth to match. It may be confusing or frustrating to find your dog is ripping every toy you...
Dog Tips
Puppyhood Insight 5: Your Puppy’s (Next) Best Friend—Your Veterinarian
Your puppy’s veterinarian will be their best friend and your most trusted ally. In your lifelong commitment to your puppy’s health and happiness, make the experience positive and rewarding from your first vet visit on. Pack a comfort bag to ensure...
Puppy Tips
7 Best Family-Friendly Dog Breeds of 2025
Dogs are one of the best companions for humans, and they offer a lot of benefits. They provide you with unconditional love, make you feel happy and safe, and can even help lower your blood pressure! But not all dogs are created equal – some breeds are...
Breed Tips
Can Cats Eat Cauliflower?
Cats are super picky about a lot of things, especially food. But they also can take you by surprise with what they end up liking. We know that what we enjoy for meals shouldn’t always be a cat's food too, but can cats eat cauliflower? Yes, they can!...
Cat Tips
