With 10 years of experience as a pet parent, I aim to empower pet owners with insights into pet insurance and maintaining their pet's well-being. I aspire to be a trusted source, combining knowledge with a commitment to the welfare of our beloved pets.
How Concerned Should I Be About the Bird Flu Affecting Pets?
Bird flu, specifically the H5N1 strain, has been making headlines recently, raising concerns among pet owners. While the current public health risk remains low, the virus's spread in wild birds, poultry, and even some mammals, including cats, warrants...
Pet Safety
How Much Does Entropion Surgery Cost for Dogs?
Entropion surgery in dogs can cost between $500-$2,000(2), depending on the case's severity and other factors. There may be some additional costs involved as well, including blood work, anesthesia charges, and prescription medications. We’ll discuss...
Vet Costs
How Much Does FHO Surgery for Dogs Cost?
An FHO surgery is performed to treat hip fractures, severe arthritis, Legg-Perthes disease, and, most commonly, hip dysplasia in dogs. The surgery can cost anywhere between $1,200-$2,500(3) depending on the dog’s condition, the number of days needed in...
Vet Costs
50 Most Common Dog Names
There’s a lot that goes into preparing to bring home a new pet, purchasing supplies, puppy proofing your home, and committing to the time commitment that comes with bringing home a new dog. One decision that often gets put off - is what to name the...
Dog Tips
The 110 Best Names for Small Female Dogs in 2025
Welcoming a small female dog into your life is a joyous occasion, and one of the first (and most fun!) tasks is choosing the perfect name. This tiny bundle of energy and affection deserves a name as unique and special as she is. Whether you're looking...
Dog Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Umbilical Hernias?
Wait, pets can have Hernias too? Yes, dogs and cats can have hernias too. While they are uncommon in cats, they are fairly common in dogs. They can be umbilical, inguinal, diaphragmatic, hiatal, or peritoneopericardial. They can be very painful....
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Ear Infections
It’s not surprising that the long and sometimes droopy ears of dogs are prone to infections because of all the dirt and bacteria they can collect. They aren’t very rare in cats either. However, it may be surprising to know that some of these infections...
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Heartworm Treatment?
The foot-long worms that live in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels of affected pets can cause severe and potentially fatal diseases in pets. They can affect both dogs and cats, and the treatment can sometimes take several months....
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Teeth Extraction?
Yes, since teeth extraction is typically done either in case of an illness or an accident, pet insurance plans can help cover its cost, as long as it is not a pre-existing condition, and symptoms do not occur during the waiting period. There are...
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Spaying?
You, of course, may already know what spaying is, but just in case you don’t – Spaying, or as some people refer to it as ‘fixing’, is a surgical procedure to remove the reproductive organs from a female dog/cat. It is a routine but highly invasive...
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Neutering?
Neutering as a procedure is not particularly a cure for any illness but more like a prevention. So, pet insurance plans that cover accidents and illnesses usually won’t cover the cost of neutering. However, add-on plans are available with some...
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover Parvo?
Parvovirus – a severely contagious and sometimes even fatal virus in dogs and cats- cannot be cured, but the symptoms can be curbed through intensive medication and care. Pet insurance can help cover the cost of required medicines and other treatments...
Coverage
