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Is pet insurance worth it?

Pet insurance—once the province of dusty brochures at the vet’s office—has gone mainstream. But do you really need it? Read More

'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 US pet owners as the average lifetime cost of caring for cats and dogs exceeds $30K — is raising pets only for the rich?

A 2025 survey commissioned by MetLife found 1 in 7 (15%) of U.S. pet owners experience “pet poverty,” struggling to pay for both their own basic needs and pet care. (1) Furthermore, 1 in 5 (22%) carry ... Read More

Rising Cost of Pet Care Show Why Pet Insurance Matters

Since 2021, pet services costs have increased 24%, which puts more financial strain on employees who are pet owners. Brokers can use pet insurance as a way to offset some of these costs for their ... Read More

The Best Pet Insurance in Georgia 2025

Pets Best is our highest-rated pet insurer in Georgia because of its below-average rates and coverage features, like a direct-to-vet payment option. Pet insurance in Georgia costs an average of $37 a ... Read More

Pumpkin Launches "Pet Health Predictor" to Help Pet Parents Get Ahead of Potential Medical Issues and Plan for Veterinary Bills

With the launch of the Pet Health Predictor, pet parents will be better equipped to financially plan -- and proactively care -- for the dogs and cats they love, furthering Pumpkin's mission to help ... Read More

Beyond health benefits: Pet benefits expansion reflects changing culture

As pets become more prominent in employees' lives, some employers are actually extending bereavement leave for the loss of fur babies. Read More

Does Pet Insurance Cover Prescription Food?

Find out which pet insurance providers cover prescription food in case your vet prescribes it for one of your pet’s health conditions. Read More

Pet Healthcare Spending Is Soaring. These 5 Stocks Are Positioned to Clean Up

The steep increase in pet healthcare costs have doubled over the past five years reaching $39.8 billion in 2024. Read More

'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 pet owners as lifetime cost of cats and dogs exceeds $30K — are pets now only for the rich?

A 2025 survey commissioned by MetLife found 1 in 7 (15%) of U.S. pet owners experience “pet poverty,” struggling to pay for both their own basic needs and pet care. (1) Furthermore, 1 in 5 (22%) carry ... Read More

Is pet insurance worth it?

Consumers’ Checkbook put pet insurance plans to the test all see if they were worth the money as the number of companies offering pet insurance grows. “Pet insurance isn't cheap,” said Kevin Brasler, ... Read More