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.
Lyme Disease in Dogs: The Tick-Borne Threat
Lyme disease, a tick-borne illness caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, poses a significant risk to dogs, particularly in areas where black-legged ticks are prevalent. While not all infected dogs develop symptoms, the disease can lead to...
Health
Reverse Sneezing in Dogs: Understanding the Harmless Honking
If you've ever heard your dog make a strange, snorting, honking sound that sounds almost like a sneeze in reverse, you've likely witnessed a reverse sneeze. While it can be alarming for pet owners, reverse sneezing is generally a harmless and temporary...
Health
How Much Does a Birman Cat Cost in 2025?
Birman Cat Characteristics Adult weight: 1 - 12 lbs. Adult height: 8 - 10 inches Life expectancy: 13 - 15 years Origin - Burma (now Myanmar) Birman cats are extraordinary pets, known for their striking appearance and gentle temperament. With...
Breed Tips
Can Dogs Eat Bell Peppers?
Are Peppers Safe for Your Dog? Peppers are a delicious and nutritious food to add to a diet. They come in a range of types and colors and have varying vitamins, nutrients, and other compounds that help keep your dog active and thriving. However, even...
Dog Tips
What Do Dogs Dream About?
Picture this – You’re lounging on your couch and watching Netflix (or Apple TV, whichever subscription your friend pays for). Your dog has just come home after a good game of fetch and where they didn’t miss a single throw of frisbee. He is now curled...
Dog Tips
Why Does My Cat Purr?
If you have a cat in your home, you know there are few things better than having them curled up next to you, purring away. Although many of us believe we know the reason our cat is purring, the truth is there are more reasons behind it than you may...
Cat Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill cancer cells or slow their growth rate in the body. It is the most common treatment for many types of cancers in dogs in case the tumor cannot be surgically removed. It can be an expensive treatment as it is not...
Coverage
Why Is My Cat Throwing Up?
Why Is My Cat Throwing Up? Types of Vomiting, Causes, and What to Do As a cat owner, you know that sometimes cats are going to vomit. We’ve all heard that alarming sound before. It happens from time to time, but it’s never normal. It always means...
Cat Tips
How Much is Pet Cataract Surgery?
Cataracts can be a problem for pets that can cause many complications later in life. Some causes of cataracts include genetic inheritance, metabolic disturbances, trauma, nutritional imbalance, and chronic uveitis1. It is recommended that you help your...
Vet Costs
Is Pet Insurance Worth it for A Puppy?
There are few things as satisfying as bringing your first puppy home. The bond that begins forming with a new puppy is heartwarming, as they trust and rely on you for care, creating a deep connection. One of the first things that may come to mind when...
Vet Costs
Making Sense of Pet Care Costs: Pet Insurance vs. Telehealth vs. Discount Programs
Pet ownership comes with a unique set of joys and responsibilities, and one of the most important can be ensuring our furry friends receive proper medical care. As veterinary costs continue to rise, many pet owners are exploring different financial...
Why Pet Insurance?
Will Dogs Eat Poinsettias?
Poinsettias are one of the most popular flowers for people who are interested in gardening. Poinsettias are distinguished by their popularity during the holiday season and carry a reputation for being quite poisonous. Will dogs eat poinsettias? Spot...
Dog Tips
