Monthly Archives: April 2010

Keep Fit: Dog Walks

There are many reasons why your dog is your best exercise buddy, one being that he’s always up for it and is never going to bail on you at the last minute. Want to get some good exercise with your … Continue reading

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'Bye to Cato

I am currently one of the few people working for Trupanion who does not live with a pet.  Until a couple of months ago, I had a really great Pixie-Bob named Cato, who would have been six in June.  He was … Continue reading

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Open Door Policy

It was 7 p.m. Tuesday evening. Cool, I thought, just enough time to run to the bathroom before taking Fiona to the vet. I walk to the bathroom with Fiona following closely behind. Fiona stops and gives me a blank … Continue reading

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Cost Benefits of Cat Insurance

Cat insurance is affordable with Trupanion. Average price is around $20 dollars. With that you can probably afford not going out just once. Continue reading

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Top 10 Car Pet Names

Car enthusiasts, looking to get your pet in gear with a cool name? These pet owners in our pet insurance database did! Whether it’s the thrill of the open road, the need for speed, or just ogling the exotics at … Continue reading

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What is your favorite unusual pet name?

Trupanion has a very wide variety of pets enrolled with pet insurance, from small to big, hairy to hairless, and everywhere in between. What is even more intriguing is the variety of pet names that people come up with. Below … Continue reading

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How does dog insurance work?

Now that we’ve put what dog insurance is,what dog insurance covers, and doesn’t cover behind us, let me tell you more about how it works. As a recap, dog insurance is to cover your pet’s medical expenses if they get … Continue reading

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Pet of the Week: Frankie

Meet Frankie the Beagle-Cocker Spaniel mix! Frankie is still a baby at just 4 months old. He was from a rescue group when he was just 8 weeks old. His owners say he’s a “big dog in a little dog’s … Continue reading

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Shy Dogs: How to Bring Them Out of Their Shell

Just like people, some dogs may be more shy than others. There are many things you can do to help him become more comfortable in his surroundings. A recent article provided by the Michigan Humane Society provided us with some … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance Company Emphasizes Enrolling Pets as Early as Possible

Pet insurance company, Trupanion, emphasizes the importance of insuring pets as soon as possible. Zackey, a six-month-old English Bulldog puppy who enrolled with Trupanion in January came down with both pneumonia and renal failure, costing his owners over ten thousand dollars. Since Zackey has been enrolled with pet insurance, Trupanion has repaid 90% of his claimable expenses totaling $9,671.68. Continue reading

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Please note: This blog is designed to be a community where pet owners can learn and share. The views expressed in each post are the opinion of the author and not necessarily endorsed by Trupanion. Always consult your veterinarian for professional advice.