When my dog died, pet insurance made it easy to get him the end-of-life care he needed

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Does Pet Insurance Cover Euthanasia or End-of-Life Care?

No pet owner wants to think about the end of a pet’s life, but the unfortunate reality is that end-of-life costs can add up. If your fluffy companion’s quality of life declines sharply as the result ... Read More

Should You Continue Paying for Your Pet's Health Policy After It Dies?

This story starts out pretty sad. It's about Tink, a dog with a terminal disease. Colette Truax adopted her four years ago knowing she was on borrowed time. "She was my good girl," Truax said. Truax ... Read More

FAQ about pet health insurance

The first insured pet in the United States was Lassie, the famous television collie, who was insured in 1982, according to Insurance Information Institute. In 2025, there are 5.36 million insured pets ... Read More

Best pet insurance for older dogs

Quick and easy. Get matched with a Pet Insurance partner. Embrace Pet Insurance and Spot Pet Insurance When it comes to caring for your senior dog, as a pet parent, you’re undoubtedly in it for the ... Read More

Is Pet Insurance Worth It?

Pet insurance is meant to protect owners from paying expensive medical bills when a pet gets injured or falls ill. While pet-care policies may provide peace of mind, they can also cost hundreds — or ... Read More

What Does Pet Insurance Cover?

As a former claims handler and fraud investigator, Jason Metz has worked on a multitude of complex and multifaceted claims. The insurance industry can be seemingly opaque, and Jason enjoys breaking ... Read More

When should you buy pet insurance for your dog?

Pet insurance is a cost-effective and valuable way to protect both your pet and your wallet. In exchange for a nominal fee to a provider each month (often discounted if paid annually), owners can ... Read More

Do You Need Life Insurance For A Pet?

Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ... Read More

When my dog died, pet insurance made it easy to get him the end-of-life care he needed

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