Pet Health News Vet Care Can Be Expensive Should You Get Pet Insurance

One in seven pet owners can't afford basic care — inside the growing 'pet poverty' crisis

Pets are family, but many Americans are struggling to take care of their fur babies. A MetLife Pet Insurance report shows that one in seven pet owners can't afford basic pet care while also covering ... Read More

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

Rising pet health costs drive growth and innovation in insurance market

Insurance premiums are increasingly influenced by state-level veterinary costs and breed-specific risk factors. States like Idaho saw average claim costs rise by 20%, while Texas experienced a 24% ... Read More

What Pet Insurance Actually Pays For and What It Won’t

If you’ve ever been hit with an unexpected vet bill, you know how fast the numbers add up. A simple visit for an upset stomach can turn into bloodwork, X-rays, and an overnight stay before you even ... Read More

17 Sneaky Pet Expenses That Can Wreck Your Budget

Bringing a pet into your life is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make until you realize your wallet is just as committed to the relationship as you are. Sure, you budget for food, toys, and vet ... Read More

Veterinary bills are rising, but so are the chances your pet will survive

A single social media post asking whether viewers had noticed their veterinary bills increasing quickly became one of News 5’s most-engaged call-out posts ever. Read More

Vet Tech Shares the #1 Mistake Pet Owners Make — and How to Avoid It with OTTO Pet

A licensed vet tech speaks with OTTO Pet to educate pet owners on common misconceptions about pet insurance and the importance of preventive ... 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

That's a lot of scratch: More pet owners spring for insurance as vet costs climb

Wilson was always “an expensive cat,” Jenn Thoman said. “He was just one big pre-existing condition.” Thoman, of the Philadelphia area, wound up going into debt for Wilson. Two of his health scares ... Read More

How Much Does It Cost To Spay or Neuter a Pet?

Spaying a dog can cost anywhere between $250 and $600, while the cost for spaying a cat ranges from $50 to $500. Neutering a dog can cost anywhere between $300 and $500, while the cost for neutering a ... Read More