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3/17 sponsored by Spot Pet Insurance: Wisconsin police free dog, DOTD, why pet insurance is important

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Vet Bills Are Priceyā€”Can Insurance Help?

No one plans for a pet emergency, but when they happen, the vet bills can be overwhelming. A routine check-up may be affordable, but surgery or long-term treatment can cost thousands. Pet insurance helps ensure that financial worries donā€™t stand in the way of getting your pet the care they need.

Unlike human health insurance, pet insurance works on a reimbursement system. You pay the vet, submit a claim, and get reimbursed. Most policies cover accidents and illnesses, and some even include wellness visits or alternative treatments. The key is enrolling earlyā€”pre-existing conditions arenā€™t covered, so the sooner, the better.

Premiums range from $15 to $59 a month, and deductibles vary. Shopping around is essential, and tools like Pawlicy Advisor make it easy to compare plans. Even budget-conscious pet parents can find accident-only plans for as little as $10 a month.

While itā€™s an added expense, pet insurance can be a lifesaverā€”literally. It allows you to focus on your petā€™s health instead of worrying about the cost. If you want the freedom to say ā€œyesā€ to the best care possible, having coverage is worth considering.

Exciting News from Spot!

Americaā€™s Favorite Pet Insurance believes your pet deserves the best care without breaking the bank. Thatā€™s why Spot is offering up to 20% off your pet insurance plans.*

* 10% group discount available on every pet. Not available in HI or TN. 10% multi-pet discount on 2nd+ pets.

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Whether itā€™s routine care or unexpected emergencies, Spot offers coverage options that make it easy to give your pet the protection they deserveā€”at a price youā€™ll love.

Thank you to Spot Pet Insurance for sponsoring Daily Dig.

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Paid Ad. The Daily Dig is not a licensed insurance agency nor an underwriter of insurance, but may receive compensation for referrals. Waiting periods, annual deductible, co-insurance, benefit limits and exclusions may apply. For all terms visit https://spotpet.com/sample-policy. Products, schedules, discounts, and rates may vary and are subject to change. 10% multi-pet discount is available on all pets after the first. Premiums are based on and may increase or decrease due to the age of your pet, the species or breed of your pet, and your home address. Insurance plans are underwritten Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581. A Delaware insurance company located at 11333 N. Scottsdale Rd, Ste. 160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254) or United States Fire Insurance Company (NAIC #21113. Morristown, NJ), and are produced by Spot Pet Insurance Services, LLC. (NPN # 19246385. 990 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 603, Miami, FL 33132. CA License #6000188).

This Pup Went All In for a Snackā€”Literally

Some dogs will do anything for a treatā€”but Lil Murphy took it to the next level. The Wisconsin pup got his head stuck in a Milk-Bone container while trying to get the last bite. After an hour of struggling, his owners decided they needed backup.

With their vetā€™s office closed, they made a quick decision and drove straight to the Whitefish Bay police station. Officers jumped in to help, carefully using scissors to cut the container away. A video captured the tense moment as Lil Murphy panted inside the jar, waiting for his big escape.

Finally, the last piece came off. The relieved pup wiggled free, his tail wagging as the humans cheered, ā€œYay, we did it!ā€

Lil Murphyā€™s adventure is a good reminderā€”dogs will always go the extra mile for a snack. Maybe just keep the treat jars out of reach!

DOTD: Meet Indy!

Meet Indy, the 12-pound dynamo with a heart of gold! At 8 years old, this sweet Chihuahua mix found herself in need of a new homeā€”but lucky for her (and her human!), fate had other plans. What was supposed to be a temporary foster situation quickly turned into a third-time foster failā€”because who could resist that face?

Indy may be small, but sheā€™s got big energy when it comes to her favorite game: fetch! If she had her way, sheā€™d play ball all day, every dayā€”and honestly, she might just convince her human to go along with it. With her playful spirit and loving personality, itā€™s no wonder she wiggled her way into a forever home.

Hereā€™s to Indy living her best lifeā€”filled with endless games of fetch, belly rubs, and all the love she deserves! šŸŽ¾ā¤ļø

Thanks to Jaclyn for sending in this cute pic!

If youā€™d like to see your pup featured as dog of the day, send in a picture and some fun facts about your pup - you might just see them in the next edition!

Final Bark

Americaā€™s Favorite Pet Insurance believes your pet deserves the best care without breaking the bank. Thatā€™s why Spot is offering up to 20% off your pet insurance plans.*

* 10% group discount available on every pet. Not available in HI or TN. 10% multi-pet discount on 2nd+ pets.

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