How to find the best pet insurance 1. Check coverage details All pet insurance policies cover medically necessary expenses such as diagnostics, common treatment, prescriptions, surgery and hospitalization. The differentiators are in more specialized coverage, such as alternative therapy. The very best pet insurance in our evaluation also doesn’t require add-ons to secure basic coverage, … Read more
Dog and cat owners know that pet hair shows no mercy. It somehow ends up in every corner of your home and covers the floor, furniture and even your clothing. To ensure you’re always on the offensive against pet hair, experts recommend investing in a vacuum equipped to handle hair, litter and other common pet … Read more
A credit card can help you cover an unexpected vet bill, but that convenience generally comes at a steep cost. Urbazon/Getty Images As inflation continues to tick upward, many households have found ways to make room in their budgets for the higher costs that come with it, from rising grocery bills to elevated insurance premiums … Read more
By reducing the financial strain of vet care, pet insurance can offer you more financial and spending flexibility. Getty Images/iStockphoto Pets have become a larger part of pet owners’ budgets in recent years. Between rising veterinary costs, specialty treatments, prescription medications and preventive care, many owners are spending more than ever to keep their animals … Read more
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan is one of the few people who really knows in real time how Americans are contending with rising inflation and higher gas prices. And he sees clues to how they are responding in the pet food aisle. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles … Read more
To mark National Pet Month, “CBS Mornings” is partnering with The Farmer’s Dog, one of the fastest-growing dog food brands, to celebrate the bond between dogs and the people who love them. The company’s CEO and co-founder Jonathan Regev said the idea for the brand came from one special dog. His friend Brett Podolsky … Read more
Pet ownership has always carried a financial cost, but the scale of that cost has shifted dramatically recently. Baac3nes/Getty Images Pet ownership has long been viewed as a source of companionship, stability and emotional support. But in today’s economic landscape, having a furry family member also adds a meaningful line item in pet owners’ household … Read more
Owning a pet comes with big responsibilities and a hefty financial burden, especially in terms of vet care. Rebecca Nelson/Getty Images About two-thirds of U.S. households now include a pet as one of the family members, and for most people, that relationship is a central part of daily life. But alongside the emotional investment that … Read more
While tele-vet care can be a useful tool for pet owners, it’s not a complete replacement for in-person vet visits. Oscar Wong/Getty Images Today’s high (and rising) pet care costs are forcing many owners to rethink how — and when — they seek veterinary help. Just the routine vet expenses for a single cat or … Read more
A pet insurance plan could protect your dog (and your wallet) this May. Lightguard/Getty Images Warmer temperatures and longer, sunnier days may have both dogs and their owners eager to head outside to enjoy the weather. And after a frigid winter in many parts of the country, that’s understandable. But pet owners may also want … Read more