Pet Insurance articles

There's no CPT for vets. See which veterinary procedure codes exist, why clinic invoices don't match, and how carriers and MGAs can standardize claims data.

2026-10-10

Corporate veterinary consolidation is changing pet insurance claim costs. Learn what MGA, carrier and agency leaders should measure, price and do next.

2026-10-08

Active dog injury risks range from cut paw pads and torn ligaments to waterborne illness. Here's what adventure-loving owners should expect to pay and how coverage helps.

2026-09-28

Learn what an annual pet wellness exam costs, what the vet checks during the visit, and how catching problems early can save you far more than the exam fee.

2026-09-28

Boarding and daycare injuries can be covered by your pet insurance, the facility's liability policy, or both. Here's how each one works and who pays when something goes wrong.

2026-09-28

Do healthy pets need insurance? Yes, because most big vet bills come from sudden accidents and new illnesses, not conditions you already know about.

2026-09-28

Dog park injuries like bite wounds, sprains, and torn nails are common and can get expensive fast. Here's what they cost, who pays when another dog is at fault, and how to prepare.

2026-09-28

Exotic pet insurance is a small but growing market. Learn what coverage exists for rabbits, birds, and reptiles, what it pays for, and when it makes sense.

2026-09-28

Exotic pet vet care costs more and is harder to find because of a shortage of trained vets. Learn what drives the price and how to plan for it.

2026-09-28

Fireworks and storm anxiety in pets leads to escape injuries, self-harm, and behavioral vet visits every year. Here's what those costs look like and how coverage applies.

2026-09-28

This first-time dog owner checklist walks you month by month through vet visits, the core vaccine schedule, and the best window to buy pet insurance.

2026-09-28

See the full first year pet ownership cost for dogs and cats, from adoption fees and supplies to vet care and insurance premiums, with a simple budget plan.

2026-09-28

Flying with pets means health certificates, airline fees, and a few insurance gaps most owners don't expect. Here's what it costs and what your policy will and won't pay for.

2026-09-28

Holiday pet hazards like rich table scraps, chocolate, tinsel, and stressed-out pets drive a seasonal rise in emergency vet visits. Here's what to watch for and what it costs.

2026-09-28

Is pet insurance a scam? No, it is a regulated product, but online complaints often come from misunderstood exclusions. Here is how to tell rumor from reality.

2026-09-28

A practical new pet first 30 days guide covering vet checkups, building routines, and exactly when insurance coverage should start after adoption.

2026-09-28

The overlooked pet wellness costs that add up every year, from microchipping and flea and tick prevention to heartworm pills and licenses, and how to budget for them.

2026-09-28

Adult pet insurance needs shift once your dog or cat passes early adulthood. Here's what typically changes after age 3 and how to adjust coverage accordingly.

2026-09-21