The resident animal enthusiast at Spot. I have a lifetime of pet parent experience. If it has fur, feathers, or scales, I’ve probably shared my home with it. I aim to be a reliable source, blending experience with a dedication to the well-being of pets.
Does pet insurance cover surgery?
Pet insurance can help cover surgery if it is to treat a condition or accident that is not pre-existing and did not happen during the waiting period. While this summarizes the topic, there is more you need to know about pets and surgery, and the role...
Coverage
Pepper Mint's Story: $1,669 Reimbursement for an Emergency Vet Visit
Darin and Pepper Mint’s Story Pepper Mint’s story Pepper Mint, a beloved Boxer from New Jersey, receives swift care after an unexpected injury. Pepper Mint's Background For Darin, Pepper Mint isn't just a pet; she's family. When Pepper Mint suffered a...
Customer Stories
Can Cats Get Cold?
Despite their seemingly warm, furry coats, cats aren't immune to the cold and its effects. While you might wonder if their fur is just for show, it actually plays a crucial role in regulating their body temperature. A cat’s fur acts as an insulator...
Cat Tips
Pet Insurance for Older Pets
When it comes to pet insurance for older dogs, you may have many questions like ‘Can you even get insurance for an older dog?’, ‘Is it even worth it?’ ‘Will it cover their ever-growing list of "quirks" (like selective hearing when you call them...
Why Pet Insurance?
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
Salt Poisoning in Dogs
For the Bollywood fans reading this, there’s a very popular dialogue from the movie ‘Sholay’ – “Sarkar, maine aapka namak khaya hai.”; which translates to – ‘Master, I’ve eaten your salt.’ This dialogue intends to say ‘I’ve eaten your salt and hence I...
Dog Tips
How Much Does A Schnauzer Cost in 2025?
Schnauzer Characteristics The Schnauzer is a robust, spirited breed that is widely recognized for its distinct, dignified appearance and lively temperament. This breed comes in three sizes: Miniature, Standard, and Giant, each with its unique...
Breed Tips
Can Dogs Eat Asparagus? Benefits, Risks & How to Feed It Safely
Asparagus holds a lot of nutritional value for us humans, but does asparagus have the same benefits for our furry friends? As a good pet parent, you want to make sure your four-legged child gets all the nutrients they need while avoiding harmful foods....
Dog Tips
Where Can I Use My Pet Insurance Plan in Canada?
Using Your Pet Insurance: A Comprehensive Guide to Where Your Coverage Extends Pet insurance can be a valuable tool for help managing unexpected veterinary expenses, but where exactly can you use it? The good news is that most pet insurance plans offer...
Why Pet Insurance?
Best 100+ French Dog Names
Vous souhaitez ajouter une touche de style français à la vie de votre chien? Did this make sense to you? If yes, then you’re probably French in the US, looking to name your dog something that reminds you of your country. If not, then you’re probably a...
Dog Tips
How Much Does a Basenji Cost in 2025?
Basenji Characteristics Life expectancy: 12 – 16 years Adult weight: 25 – 30 lbs. Adult height: 20 – 22 in. Origin – Democratic Republic of Congo The ‘barkless’ dog of Africa, Basenji is a compact, sweet, and fiercely protective dog from Congo. It...
Breed Tips
What Does Different Dog Body Language Mean?
We humans domesticated dogs over 14,000 years ago. Since then, we have been trying to decode the secret language of our canines. Earlier in our hunting days, we were more focused on surviving than decoding the canine language. However, fast forward to...
Dog Tips
