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Pet insurance? What to know about keeping your dog or cat covered.

Pet insurance is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when comes to safeguarding your new pet’s health. Read More

How pet insurance can help cut the costs of vet bills

Buying pet insurance can give you peace of mind that if your animal needs veterinary care, the policy can help with the costs. It is not a legal requirement, but it could save you money at the vet ... Read More

Rising pet care costs force owners to skip vet visits. These tips can help

Like seemingly everything else, the costs to own pets and care for their health have been rising, making it difficult for many households to afford dogs, cats or other animals. More than half of pet ... Read More

Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Cost-Benefit Analysis by Breed and Age

We take a look at the pros and cons of buying pet insurance for your furry friends. Whether it's worth it or not is dependent on many things. 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?

Pet insurance enrollment is rising, with more than 6.4 million dogs and cats in the U.S. insured as of 2024, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (9). Annual premiums for ... Read More

Pet Insurance That Pays Your Vet Directly: How It Works and Who Offers It

Understand the benefits and conditions of direct-pay pet insurance coverage options Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side Amy Danise is the staff Senior Insurance Editor for Buy Side ... Read More

How Does Pet Insurance Work? A Financial Safety Net for Your Pet’s Medical Costs

Understanding how pet insurance works will help you avoid surprises Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side Amy Danise is the staff Senior Insurance Editor for Buy Side. She has helped ... Read More

How often should I take my cat to the vet?

How Often Should I Take My Cat to the Vet? Reviewed by Dr. Sarah J. Wooten, DVM, CVJ Key Points Every cat, regardless of their age, … ... Read More

Nibbles Pet Rewards Credit Card review: Is this card right for you and your pet?

While owning a pet can help bring some warmth into your home, it's no secret that they can be expensive. The cost of pet services, like vet bills, grooming, etc., has risen 42% since 2019, according ... 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