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Switching Pet Insurance Plans and Providers

Breaking up is hard to do. It would be ideal if a pet owner’s relationship with their pet insurance provider was always a positive one, but realistically you may not be satisfied. If you need a change, there are a few things you may want to consider before switching pet insurance plans or even, providers. Before you decide to make a big change, there are some things you may want to consider.…

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10 Great Ways to Manage Pet Costs

Having pets can quickly add up financially, especially when you take in the cost of food, treats, toys, grooming, and of course, the expected and unexpected veterinary bills. Here are 10 great ways to manage pet costs: Pet Insurance. We could’ve easily put this in last, but really this is one of the most cost effective and loving things you can do for your pet. Plans cover up to 90% of veterinary…

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5 Reasons Your Puppy Needs Pet Insurance

Getting a new puppy is pretty high up on the list of greatest things in the world. While they are adorable and sweet, they also come at a bit of a price. After the obligatory adoption fee, crate, food, puppy pads, toys and other essentials, you also have to take proper veterinary care into consideration. There’s the cost of vaccinations and spaying or neutering, but that’s not all. At some point,…

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Understanding Negative Pet Insurance Reviews

One of the most frustrating experiences pet parents have with pet insurance is having their claim denied. We fight tooth and nail to get the claims approved, we write negative pet insurance reviews hoping to change the pet insurance company’s mind, we tell all our friends how horrible our pet insurance is, and some of us even go so far as to cancel our plans and never look back at the evils of…

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Type 1 Diabetes in Dogs

Diabetes mellitus is a disease in which the beta cells of the endocrine pancreas either stop producing insulin or can no longer produce it in enough quantity for the body’s needs. The condition is usually divided into two types, Type 1 and Type 2, depending on the origin. However, dogs are only prone to Type 1 Diabetes. Type 1 diabetes, also called Juvenile Diabetes, is the result of the…

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Top 25 Questions to Ask Your Pet Insurance Provider

Sifting through the legal jargon of any company can be difficult, but when it comes to your pet, the last thing you want to worry about is the legality of how their health will be handled. To help figure out the legal jargon and rules listed by your pet insurance provider, epetsure is offering a checklist of 25 questions to ask before, or even after, signing on the dotted line. Is your company…

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Adopting Pets With Pre-Existing Conditions

It’s always recommended to purchase pet insurance when you adopt a puppy or kitten. They are fresh and new, and in most cases in perfect health. It’s a clean slate and will likely get you the best monthly rate for your new pet’s insurance. But let’s face it, we don’t always bring home an infant pet with that ‘new puppy smell.’ A lot of pet parents prefer rescuing or adopting pets. Even if the pet…

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October Is National Pet Wellness Month: 11 Steps to A Healthy Pet

October is National Pet Wellness Month. Being a pet parent is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences for many. Therefore, following a pet wellness plan to ensure your cat or dog leads a healthy and happy life should be a top priority for all pet parents and pet families. Here Are 11 Steps to a Healthy Pet: Pet Wellness Exams. Take your pet to the vet at least twice a year for a pet…

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10 Handy Pet Apps for Pet Parents

According to a recent Pew survey, over two-thirds of Americans own a smartphone, and today’s digital designers continue to develop new apps to suit almost every need and lifestyle. Let’s take a look at 10 of the top pet apps and what they can do for you and your furry friends. MapMyDogWalk Cost: Free Most of us are familiar with those exercise aps that tell us how far we’ve jogged, how high we’ve…

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Top 10 Medical Conditions Covered by Pet Insurance

Many pet parents think that by skipping out on pet insurance, they are actually saving money. However, that could not be further from the truth. In 2014, pet parents from just one pet insurance company spent over $68 million dollars to treat the top 10 most common medical conditions affecting their pets. The majority of conditions can be successfully managed when treated promptly by a…

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Ask a Vet: Getting False Results with Online Allergy Test 'ImmuneIQ'

Ask a Vet: Getting False Results with Online Allergy Test ‘ImmuneIQ’

The only thing more frustrating than watching your beloved pet suffer from an unknown allergy is to be at the mercy of a subpar allergy test you bought online in an effort to save a few bucks. Having a pet means being responsible for its well-being. With so much breeding, and inbreeding at various puppy and kitten mills, it’s not unusual for pets to exhibit signs and symptoms of allergies. The…

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Pet Liability Insurance for Renters

Pets are one of the most wonderful parts of our lives. They give us love, affection, understanding, and even compassion in times of need, when no one else is around or even understands our troubles. However, even the most perfect of pets can get into trouble from a bad chewing, scratching or potty habit. If you’re a homeowner, it’s a little easier because the property being destroyed is yours,…

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Why Your Pet’s Breed, Age, and Location Affect Your Price

Pet Insurance Explained: Why Your Pet’s Breed, Age, and Location Affect Your Price Pet insurance can be a confusing topic to pet owners. So at Pets Best, we strive to be transparent and help you understand how pet insurance works. We’re commonly asked by pet owners and veterinarians, “how much does pet insurance cost?” This is a great question. Unfortunately, there’s not just one answer of, “it…

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Allergies and Allergy Medicines for Dogs

It’s time to ditch the itch! Allergy season is in full swing and many dogs are suffering. Pet’s allergy symptoms can present in many different ways. Most commonly dogs will become very itchy and scratch, chew and lick at different areas of their body- usually their paws- until they become red and raw. Allergies can also cause chronic ear and eye infections, rashes, hotspots and sometimes even…

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Bloat in Dogs

As humans, we often find ourselves bloated after eating a big meal, maybe when we’ve had a few beers and a hot dog at a baseball game, or even if we’ve had too much salt. It can be uncomfortable, but we can pop a couple antacids or drink some ginger ale; it’s typically gone by the next morning. Dogs, however, have an entirely different situation when it comes to bloating. And it can be fatal.…

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Trupanion: A Pet Insurance Review

As part of our pet insurance review series, this month we are looking into Trupanion Pet Insurance. Trupanion was founded in 2000 by Darryl Rawlings under the original name of Vetinsurance. Trupanion was the first profitable pet insurance provider in North America in 2004, and became a publicly traded company under the stock symbol TRUP on July 18, 2014. Trupanion gives back to the community…

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13 Ways You're Cutting Your Pet's Life Short

13 Ways You’re Cutting Your Pet’s Life Short

We know you love your pets and you would do almost anything to keep them healthy, happy and safe as much as possible. That’s why we’ll cut right to the chase. Here Are 13 Ways You’re Cutting Your Pet’s Life Short: Letting your pet gain weight. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, over 50% of pets were said to be overweight last year. Unfortunately, most of these pet parents…

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