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		<title>Insuring Your Pets &#8211; What to Look For</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:03:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jack Phillipi</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some of the people think it&#39;s hilarious to get <a href="http://www.discountpetmeds.info/pet-insurance/cheap-dog-insurance/">cheap dog insurance</a>, but when you really love your dog as much as I do it'd be mad NOT to get a kind of insurance for them. Without a clever plan, when your pet is wounded you are faced with a very hard decision To either pay an Enormous amount of money at the vet, or have your pet put down. For my Labrador Retriever, neither one of those was a choice, particularly the latter. That is why it is smart to get some inexpensive dog insurance to help during those emergency situations.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Some of the people think it&#39;s hilarious to get <a target='_blank' href="http://www.discountpetmeds.info/pet-insurance/cheap-dog-insurance/">cheap dog insurance</a>, but when you really love your dog as much as I do it&#8217;d be mad NOT to get a kind of insurance for them. Without a clever plan, when your pet is wounded you are faced with a very hard decision To either pay an Enormous amount of money at the vet, or have your pet put down. For my Labrador Retriever, neither one of those was a choice, particularly the latter. That is why it is smart to get some inexpensive dog insurance to help during those emergency situations.</p>
<p>So I began to go searching for some good cheap dog insurance programmes. I suspect that I even looked into Petsmart&#8217;s plans and few others, but they did not allow me to select any vet in my area and only offered limited coverage. I knew what it was like to pay over $2,000 for a vet to perform surgery on my dog, and I wasn&#39;t going to let that happen again. One of my friends actually spent over $3,000 on a new backbone for his daschund, incredibly expensive.</p>
<p>Did you Know?</p>
<p> &#8211; What is Pet Insurance? Pet Insurance is very like human health insurance which offers a variety of programs tailored to suit the requirements of domestic pets. While pet cover remains a relatively undeveloped product in North America, with less than 1% of all pets being insured, Western european levels of insured pets go from 12% to 50%.<br />
 &#8211; Inexpensive Dog Insurance : Cheap dog insurance offers accident and illness coverage for your dog or cat and financial protection for you! Your pet is part of your family, prepare for the sudden. Cheap dog insurance eliminates the financial stress associated with your dog&#8217;s or cat&#8217;s medical care needs through a variety of cost-effective easy to understand animal cover programs.<br />
 &#8211; Why do I actually need Cheap Dog Insurance? Advances in the field of animal medicine have been exponential in past decades permitting veterinarians to successfully treat conditions that were previously considered untreatable. However with these advances comes an escalating cost of animal care. It is estimated that North American pet guardians now spend over $10 bn. a year on healthcare for their pets.<br />
 &#8211; Consider these facts: One in 3 pets will need emergency vet treatment each year.2 out of each three pets experience a serious health problem during their lifetime.</p>
<p>So where did I go so as to get cheap dog insurance?</p>
<p>*80% compensation of vet and surgery costs</p>
<p>*Select any vet in your neighborhood</p>
<p>*There are no yearly limits</p>
<p>*No age wants</p>
<p>*A really fast claims process that impressed me</p>
<p>So now my Labrador is covered except for those individuals who&#39;ve more than one dog you need to insure, this company will cover the entire family for you. In reality right now they are giving you 15% off if you take on more than one pet onto your pet insurance policy. And this coverage will be for life, whether your moggy or dog is old or young.</p>
<p>My plan paid for itself pretty much instantly.</p>
<p>After enrolling for the $20 a month plan,a few weeks passed and it was time to have a heart worm test done on my dog. This is extremely critical as heart worms kill many dogs each year. Well thanks to my insurance plan, I was prepared to save $25 off the vet costs. Well guess what? I was only paying $20 a month for the policy, so it paid for itself even in the 1st month.</p>
<p>Now I don&#39;t fret about having to pay huge bills at the vet. I adore the way that the insurance pays for even routine checkups and visits also , because all those costs can add up in a rush.</p>
<p>All you&#39;ve got to do is enter your zip-code to start with your free quote for the best cheap dog insurance I&#39;ve found on the web.</p>
<p>Really it is not as crazy as it sounds to get insurance for your pets because if you want them to live a long time and be as fit as practicable it will cost you a small fortune. Vets make decent money off folks like us. So an insurance plan for your dog will save your cash on things you&#39;re going to have to pay for anyway. So it is just like getting deductions on all the stuff you will need for the rest of your pet&#8217;s life. It&#8217;s a great option for folks with one pet or many . Spending the few additional bucks a month is certainly worth the hassle of knowing that It&#39;s always possible to take care of my dog, and I haven&#39;t got to stress about big vet bills any more.</p>
<p>Jack Phillipi is an avid animal trainer who lives in Southern California. He&#8217;s very knowledgeable about finding deals on <a target='_blank' href="http://www.discountpetmeds.info/pet-supplies/">pet supplies</a> and <a target='_blank' href="http://www.discountpetmeds.info/pet-medications/">pet medications</a>.</p>


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		<dc:creator>Geraldine Dimarco</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you ever considered getting dog insurance to cover the medical expenses and veterinarian care that your dog or puppy may need in the near future? The truth is that most pet owners do not consider taking out dog health insurance until they experience an unplanned visit to the veterinarian to treat an injury or illness, which ends up costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever considered getting dog insurance to cover the medical expenses and veterinarian care that your dog or puppy may need in the near future? The truth is that most pet owners do not consider taking out dog health insurance until they experience an unplanned visit to the veterinarian to treat an injury or illness, which ends up costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.</p>
<p>How easy would it be your dog or puppy to break his leg? It happens every day, regardless if these pets stay indoors or are allowed to roam free in the yard. And can you guess how much it will cost you out-of-pocket? The average veterinarian costs for a broken bone is around $900. The monthly premium for dog insurance is pennies compared to such an expense for medical care.</p>
<p>Dog Insurance Coverage</p>
<p>Look into the different types of dog insurance plans available. The same as with other types of insurance, dog insurance policies do vary, so it&#8217;s wise to compare a couple before you buy. All good dog insurance policies should cover the following items:</p>
<p>Spaying/Neutering: Unless you are a serious breeder then it is only ethical that you have your dog spayed or neutered. Your dog health insurance plan may cover up to 100% of the cost. And remember, having your dog fixed helps keep animal population under control and reduces the chances of dogs roaming the streets looking for a mate, often resulting in injuries due to fighting or other accidents.</p>
<p>Prescription Flea Control: Many over-the-counter flea control products do not work on every dog. Fleas are not only a nuisance to your pet, they can also cause warms and serious skin conditions. Dog insurance plans may be able to cover the costs of more potent, prescription-only flea control products.</p>
<p>Annual Examination: Whether or not your vet has conned you into thinking that annual vaccinations are essential for your dog, the annual examination is a necessity. It will identify minor health problems before they become major health problems, and treatment can start while there&#8217;s still a good prospect of success. Your dog insurance policy should cover the annual exam.</p>
<p>Heartworm Medication: If you forget your heartworm prevention meds, your dog may contract heartworm. This condition is more prevalent than most people realize. And it&#8217;s expensive to treat. Your dog health insurance plan is likely to cover this cost also.</p>
<p>Pathology Lab Fees: Blood tests and other lab work is covered by most dog insurance. You never know when blood work will be needed, and it is important in quickly identifying serious conditions such as heartworm and dog diabetes.</p>
<p>Teeth Cleaning: Some dogs need their teeth cleaned under anaesthetic on a semi-regular basis. Other dogs may never need this procedure. But how do you know? Your dog may need his/her teeth cleaned, and if you have dog insurance, you&#8217;ll probably be covered for this.</p>
<p>Hospitalization Costs: As mentioned previously, accidents do happen and should your dog suffer a broken leg or get diagnosed with a serious illness, the high fees of hospitalization time can be enormous. Instead of paying thousands of dollars out of your pocket, you can be worry-free knowing that these fees are taken care of by your dog insurance coverage.</p>
<p>For <a href="http://healthierdogs.com/dog_health/pet-care-insurance-choosing-the-best-pet-insurance/">dog insurance</a> facts and its alternatives, choose a <a href="http://healthierdogs.com/dog_health/pet-care-insurance-choosing-the-best-pet-insurance/">dog health insurance</a> for every budget.</p>


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		<dc:creator>Geraldine Dimarco</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever considered getting dog insurance to cover the medical expenses and veterinarian care that your dog or puppy may need in the near future? The truth is that most pet owners do not consider taking out dog health insurance until they experience an unplanned visit to the veterinarian to treat an injury or illness, which ends up costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.</p>
<p>And how easy is it for a dog to break his or her leg, do you think? Well, just as with humans, bone breakages in dogs happen every single day, and they can occur in your back yard and inside your house, as well as outside while exercising your dog in the park or at the beach. So how much do you think that broken bone might cost in veterinary fees? Well, the average vet cost for a broken bone is $900.00. By comparison, the monthly premium for dog insurance is just a few dollars, and you&#8217;re covered for every eventuality.</p>
<p>Dog Health Insurance</p>
<p>As with any insurance plan, the types of coverage offered and the prices for these premiums will vary from company to company. However, you can expect the top dog insurance plans to offer coverage on the following veterinarian services:</p>
<p>Spaying or Neutering: Only professional breeders and other dog owners who show their dogs professionally are exempt from the obligation to spay or neuter their dogs. All other dog owners should take it as an absolute obligation, so as to avoid any more unwanted dogs in this world. There are many other good arguments for spaying and neutering beyond the scope of this article, but suffice to say, spaying or neutering your dog is important. And it is likely to be covered by any good dog insurance plan.</p>
<p>Prescription Flea Control: Some dogs just don&#8217;t respond adequately to over-the-counter flea remedies. And fleas must be taken seriously, not only for your dog&#8217;s comfort, but because they also carry various diseases and encourage other parasites. Dog insurance plans may cover the costs of the more potent prescription flea control products.</p>
<p>Annual Veterinary Examination: This is essential for all dogs, even if you think your dog is in peak health. The annual checkup can identify illness and disease before it progresses into something much worse, so that treatment can start at the earliest opportunity. Many dog insurance policies cover the annual veterinary examination costs.</p>
<p>Heartworm Medication: Should your dog be diagnosed with heartworms, the medication needed may also be covered by most dog insurance plans.</p>
<p>Lab Costs: Blood tests and other lab work is covered by most dog health insurance plans. You never know when your vet may want to order blood work &#8211; especially if serious diseases are suspected, such as diabetes or heartworm.</p>
<p>Teeth Cleaning: Some dogs need their teeth cleaned under anaesthetic on a semi-regular basis. Other dogs may never need this procedure. But how do you know? Your dog may need his/her teeth cleaned, and if you have dog insurance, you&#8217;ll probably be covered for this.</p>
<p>Hospitalization Costs: Your dog may need to be hospitalized if he becomes ill or if he is injured. We already know that injuries are a considerable expense. And yes, hospitalization is an additional impost. Make sure you pick a dog health policy that covers hospitalization (all the good ones do).</p>
<p>To find out about <a href="http://healthierdogs.com/dog_health/pet-care-insurance-choosing-the-best-pet-insurance/">dog insurance</a> advice and other options for ensuring your pet&#8217;s health, choose a <a href="http://healthierdogs.com/dog_health/pet-care-insurance-choosing-the-best-pet-insurance/">dog insurance</a> for every budget.</p>


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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:08:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Giselle Taylor</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic;' class='petbyline'>by Geraldine Dimarco</div>
<p>If you have taken out dog insurance to cover the veterinary costs you may incur for your dog or puppy, then you&#8217;re in the minority. The majority of pet owners never think about dog insurance &#8211; until, that is, they receive a vet bill in the hundreds, or thousands, of dollars. And to think that dog health insurance would have covered those fees!</p>
<p>And how easy is it for a dog to break his or her leg, do you think? Well, just as with humans, bone breakages in dogs happen every single day, and they can occur in your back yard and inside your house, as well as outside while exercising your dog in the park or at the beach.  So how much do you think that broken bone might cost in veterinary fees?  Well, the average vet cost for a broken bone is $900.00. By comparison, the monthly premium for dog insurance is just a few dollars, and you&#8217;re covered for every eventuality.</p>
<p>Dog Insurance Options</p>
<p>As with any insurance plan, the types of coverage offered and the prices for these premiums will vary from company to company. However, you can expect the top dog insurance plans to offer coverage on the following veterinarian services:</p>
<p>Spaying/Neutering: Unless you are a serious breeder then it is only ethical that you have your dog spayed or neutered. Your dog health insurance plan may cover up to 100% of the cost. And remember, having your dog fixed helps keep animal population under control and reduces the chances of dogs roaming the streets looking for a mate, often resulting in injuries due to fighting or other accidents.</p>
<p>Prescription Flea Control: Many over-the-counter flea control products do not work on every dog. Fleas are not only a nuisance to your pet, they can also cause warms and serious skin conditions. Dog insurance plans may be able to cover the costs of more potent, prescription-only flea control products.</p>
<p>Annual Examination: Whether or not your vet has conned you into thinking that annual vaccinations are essential for your dog, the annual examination is a necessity.  It will identify minor health problems before they become major health problems, and treatment can start while there&#8217;s still a good prospect of success. Your dog insurance policy should cover the annual exam.</p>
<p>Heartworm Medication:  If you forget your heartworm prevention meds, your dog may contract heartworm. This condition is more prevalent than most people realize. And it&#8217;s expensive to treat. Your dog health insurance plan is likely to cover this cost also.</p>
<p>Lab Fees: Blood tests and other lab work should also be covered by most dog health insurance plans. Such tests may include blood work for worms, diseases, and abnormalities with pregnancy.</p>
<p>Teeth Cleaning: Having your dog&#8217;s teeth cleaned probably never occurred to you, but this service is something you can take advantage of by enrolling in a dog insurance plan. It is refreshing to know that you can have your dog or puppy&#8217;s dental work maintained and keep his gums and teeth healthy for years to come.</p>
<p>Hospitalization Costs: Your dog may need to be hospitalized if he becomes ill or if he is injured.  We already know that injuries are a considerable expense. And yes, hospitalization is an additional impost. Make sure you pick a dog health policy that covers hospitalization (all the good ones do).</p>
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<p>Have you ever considered getting dog insurance to cover the medical expenses and veterinarian care that your dog or puppy may need in the near future? The truth is that most pet owners do not consider taking out dog health insurance until they experience an unplanned visit to the veterinarian to treat an injury or illness, which ends up costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.</p>
<p>How easy would it be your dog or puppy to break his leg? It happens every day, regardless if these pets stay indoors or are allowed to roam free in the yard. And can you guess how much it will cost you out-of-pocket? The average veterinarian costs for a broken bone is around $900. The monthly premium for dog insurance is pennies compared to such an expense for medical care.</p>
<p>Dog Health Insurance</p>
<p>As with any type of insurance, dog insurance types vary from company to company. Some label their products as pet assurance, as opposed to pet insurance, but it&#8217;s pretty much the same type of cover. Either way, you can expect most dog health insurance plans to provide coverage for the following:</p>
<p>Spaying or Neutering: Only professional breeders and other dog owners who show their dogs professionally are exempt from the obligation to spay or neuter their dogs. All other dog owners should take it as an absolute obligation, so as to avoid any more unwanted dogs in this world. There are many other good arguments for spaying and neutering beyond the scope of this article, but suffice to say, spaying or neutering your dog is important. And it is likely to be covered by any good dog insurance plan.</p>
<p>Prescription Flea Control: Some dogs just don&#8217;t respond adequately to over-the-counter flea remedies. And fleas must be taken seriously, not only for your dog&#8217;s comfort, but because they also carry various diseases and encourage other parasites. Dog insurance plans may cover the costs of the more potent prescription flea control products.</p>
<p>Annual Veterinary Examination: This is essential for all dogs, even if you think your dog is in peak health. The annual checkup can identify illness and disease before it progresses into something much worse, so that treatment can start at the earliest opportunity.  Many dog insurance policies cover the annual veterinary examination costs.</p>
<p>Heartworm Medication:  If you forget your heartworm prevention meds, your dog may contract heartworm. This condition is more prevalent than most people realize. And it&#8217;s expensive to treat. Your dog health insurance plan is likely to cover this cost also.</p>
<p>Lab Fees: Blood tests and other lab work should also be covered by most dog health insurance plans. Such tests may include blood work for worms, diseases, and abnormalities with pregnancy.</p>
<p>Teeth Cleaning: If your dog suffers periodontal disease, or you are unable to keep his teeth clean by other means, surgical teeth cleaning is often required. And because it&#8217;s performed under anaesthetic, it&#8217;s pretty expensive.  Good news &#8211; your dog insurance should cover this, too.</p>
<p>Hospitalization Costs: As mentioned previously, accidents do happen and should your dog suffer a broken leg or get diagnosed with a serious illness, the high fees of hospitalization time can be enormous. Instead of paying thousands of dollars out of your pocket, you can be worry-free knowing that these fees are taken care of by your dog insurance coverage.</p>
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