The listings featured on this site are from companies from which this site receives compensation. This may influence where, how and in what order such listings appear on this site

Top Pet Insurance Articles

Everything you need to know about cutting pet care costs and finding an insurance company for your furry (or feathered) friend.

Nov. 21, 2023

3 min read

What Does Pet Insurance Cover?

Owning a pet can get quite pricey. According to the ASPCA, pet parents pay around $1,200 and $1,400 each year to care for their furry friends. Pet insurance helps cover the cost of a pet’s medical expenses. It provides full or partial financial assistance when your pet requires treatment for illness, injury, accidents, or preventive care, like vaccines and routine checkups.

The Most Common Pet Health Issues and How Much They'll Cost You

Apr. 16, 2023

3 min read

The Most Common Pet Health Issues and How Much They'll Cost You

Having a pet is a huge commitment, and part of that commitment is a promise to always take care of your pet no matter what comes up. That means: regular health and wellness visits, grooming, dental hygiene, diseases that come from aging, and medical emergencies that come from living an active life.

Mar. 29, 2023

2 min read

How breed impacts dog insurance costs

Selecting the right dog breed for your home and family comes with a lot of considerations: size, breed, energy level, and shed factor, just to name a few. One of the most critical factors to take into account is how expensive their healthcare and treatment may be in the future.

Mar. 14, 2023

3 min read

Protect Your Pet and Your Wallet

Do you remember the last time your pet got sick? Think back to the concern you felt for your furry friend, your confusion over the cause of the sickness—and your worry about the thought of paying for medical treatment. If you want to avoid feeling that way again, then it may be time to consider protecting both your pet—and your wallet—by investing in affordable pet insurance.

How To Choose The Right Insurance For Your Pet

Feb. 03, 2023

2 min read

How To Choose The Right Insurance For Your Pet

Weigh the options and understand what you're paying for when you look for a great pet insurance provider to save you money and keep your pet healthy.

5 Tips for Reducing Your Pet Insurance Costs

Feb. 03, 2023

2 min read

5 Tips for Reducing Your Pet Insurance Costs

The cost of pet ownership, while worth it, can add up. Read some tips for keeping your forever friend affordable. Consider adoption, spay or neuter, and prioritize the best health care early on.

Adopting a Pet During COVID-19? 5 Things You Need to Know

Feb. 03, 2023

2 min read

Adopting a Pet During COVID-19? 5 Things You Need to Know

With fewer visitors and more animals being surrendered, animal shelters are overflowing with four-legged friends for you to let into your hearts and home. Visit your local shelter and see if there is a fuzzy pet pal that wants to come home with you today.

Jan. 31, 2023

3 min read

How Much Does a Vet Visit Cost?

Pet ownership can be a joy, but it also comes with significant costs. Between diagnostic testing, vaccinations, and x-rays, a visit to the vet can quickly become expensive.

Claiming Your Pet on Your Taxes: Is It Possible?

Jun. 01, 2022

3 min read

Claiming Your Pet on Your Taxes: Is It Possible?

As a dog owner who considers our dog to be a member of the family, I can understand how taxpayers might ask whether they can claim annual expenses for pets as a tax deduction on their taxes.

Call the Vet! 5 Common Health Issues for Pets

Jul. 06, 2021

2 min read

Call the Vet! 5 Common Health Issues for Pets

Just like their owners, pets get sick sometimes. It’s important for pet lovers to be knowledgeable about common health issues that can possibly affect their furry friends. Learn about the 5 most common pet-related health problems below.

Jan. 06, 2021

2 min read

Should You Invest in Pet Insurance?

Pet insurance works like medical, auto, or home insurance, protecting you from financial loss when your cat or dog is sick or injured. The question is, is it really worth the cost? How much money does pet insurance save you? Compare prices and know for sure if pet insurance is worth it for your pet.

Jan. 03, 2021

2 min read

Your Guide to Exotic Pet Insurance

Ever noticed how the pet insurance industry revolves almost entirely around coverage for cats and dogs? It’s true that cats and dogs are the most common type of pet in America. But there are also 13 million US households with birds, reptiles, or other exotic pets–and these animals need pet insurance too.