Overcoming Pet Obesity

The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention estimates that 54% of…

Customer Experience Specialist

Position Overview: The Customer Experience Specialist will work directly with…

IT Developer

Position Overview: This position will help maintain and further develop…

Should I Buy Pet Insurance for My Senior Dog?

If you're the pet parent of an older dog, you…

Pet Travel Checklist

Some might say traveling with children is never easy, but…

Trixie’s Story

Trixie is an 8 yr. old mix who has been…

3 Ways to Keep Your Backyard Dog-Friendly

As a dog owner, you may have already had the…

Golden Retrievers

Life Expectancy: 10 - 12 years Dog Breed Group: Sporting Dogs…

Protect Your Pets from These Common Household Poisons

March is a great time of year! For those of…

Common Pet Allergy Symptoms

Just how concerned should you be about your pets having…

March Claim of the Month: Mike & Annie’s Story

I have been a PetFirst family member since 2015. For…

February’s Claim of the Month: Parker vs. Porcupines

I first stumbled upon pet insurance when I got my…

What You Need to Know About Pre-existing Conditions

Last month, you voted to read about tips and tricks…

Sales Agent

Position Overview: The Sales Agent will work directly with pet…

January’s Claim of the Month: Dawn & Lily Save on Surgery Costs

I have been a member of the PetFirst family since…

Tips for Training and Re-training Your Pet

Last month you asked PetFirst to share some advice for…

Five Healthy Habits for Your Pet to Start in 2018

The new year is here and just as we implement…

Winter Weather Pet Care

Here are some quick tips to help you and your…

The Most Unbelievable (But True) Pet Insurance Claims Of All Time

As the approximately 85 million families in the U.S. who…

Tips For Traveling With Your Furry Friend This Holiday Season

The holiday season is here, and for some pet owners,…

How to Ensure the Safety of Your Dog This Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time to come together with…

Presents for Your Pets: The Best Holiday Gifts for Your Best Friend

It’s that time of year – stockings are hung, trees…

Tips for Giving Pets as a Gift

The holiday season is finally here! If you or a…

4 Ways to Help Animals and Shelters This Holiday Season

The holidays are hectic, but don't forget about the animals!…

How to Keep Your Outdoor Cat Safe This Winter

Our pets are a special part of our family, and…

8 Holiday Foods You Can Share With Your Dog

Pet insurance blogs spend a lot of time warning you…

Keep Your Pet Safe from These 4 Holiday Dangers

The holiday season is the most festive time of year.…

5 Tips for Boarding Your Pet During the Holidays

With the holiday season upon us, you may be making…

Why are my dog’s eyes cloudy?

Those adorable puppy eyes get anything they want, don’t they?…

Thanksgiving Do’s & Don’ts for Pets

Much thought and preparation goes into creating a perfect Thanksgiving…

5 Myths (and Truths) About Pitbulls

The last Saturday in October is National Pit Bull Awareness…

Tips for Throwing a Puptastic Halloween Bash for Dog Owners

The spooky Halloween season is finally here, and what better…

How to Keep Your Cat Safe This Halloween

Black cats are a classic symbol of Halloween, but this…

Trap, Neuter, Return: How to help feral cats in your neighborhood

You know that thousands upon thousands of stray cats are…

Halloween Pet Costume Ideas

  Fall is officially in the air, and you know…

What You Need to Hear About Your Pet’s Ears

They're often one of the cutest features of your pet:…

Animal Shelter Hurricane Update

Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma are two recent natural disasters…

Pet Adoption Tips

Adopting a new dog from anywhere is a big undertaking.…

Black Cats and Halloween

  Halloween is rife with icons, and black cats rank…

Animal Shelter Wish List

We're proud to partner with animal shelters across the country…

Mange – what causes it and how do you treat it?

What is Mange? Mange is a skin disease which is…

Homemade Doggy Pumpkin Treats

Did you know that pumpkin is completely safe for dogs…

Top 20 Disney-Inspired Pet Names

Pet-owners often exhibit careful consideration when it comes to naming…

Dos And Don’ts Of Pet Health Emergencies

  When your pet seems to be having a health…

Halloween Dangers

Dogs, cats and birds can get in trouble eating trick…

Why You Should Adopt a Senior Dog

Americans are spending more than ever on their pets, and…

Pet Health Problems Can Start Even at the Best Places

You love your pet. You love your vet. You board…

Cataracts in Dogs

What are Cataracts? Dogs with cataracts will show opacity in…

Cat Arthritis 101: Symptoms & Treatment Options

Just as certain dog breeds are susceptible to developing arthritis…

New Pet Essential Supplies

Few things are as exciting as bringing home a new…