“My dog Miley is 6 and would love to be a star someday! She's been covered by ASPCA Pet Health Insurance for about 3 years, and for what I pay a month, it has more than paid for itself. Everyone is always nice and helpful. I tell everyone about it. Thank you for protecting my beautiful girl!”

— Lydia K., Nyack, N.Y.

“Several years ago, my first Siberian Husky was in a motor vehicle accident and suffered extensive injuries. It took several years to clear up that $5,000 debt. Last year I signed up for ASPCA Pet Health Insurance and thankfully have only needed it for one bout of pancreatitis with my current Siberian Husky, Adela. I would recommend pet insurance to anyone.”

— Kasey D., Buffalo, N.Y.

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Just like in people, allergies in pets happen when their immune systems identify substances as harmful and try to fight them off.  This month, we've got some tips for pets with allergies – and managing your allergies to pets. Over 20% of pets may suffer from some sort of allergy, according to the ASPCA®.  Allergies typically develop when pets are young, but adult onset allergies can also occur.

What are pets allergic to?
Pets can be allergic to environmental substances like pollen, mold, or dust mites. They can also be allergic to flea bites or ingredients in their diets.

What are the symptoms?
If your pet has recurring ear or skin infections, allergies could be an issue. Other common signs can include increased scratching, licking, chewing, or face-wiping.

What should you do?
Visit your veterinarian who can help identify the source and recommend treatment. You can also help by reducing your pet's exposure to allergens in your home.

Our illness coverage can help cover treatment costs related to allergies that aren't pre-existing to your plan. Sign into the Member Center to see your plan details.

"I love exploring the outdoors, and my dog Sophie goes everywhere with me. I had a feeling that giving her freedom to explore might increase her chances of injury or sickness. Signing up for ASPCA Pet Health Insurance was the best thing I've ever done. Multiple times we've needed your service to help cover veterinary costs. Sophie is naturally healthy, but as I anticipated, her high energy and accidental encounters have meant a few costly trips to the vet. I am very grateful for the reimbursements!"

— Anna H., Santa Cruz, CA

Do you need to check the status of a claim or update your contact or billing information? The ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Member Center can help! Sign into our Member Center to do it conveniently online.

One of the nation’s leading pet insurance providers, the Hartville Group, Inc., together with its subsidiary Petsmarketing Insurance.com Agency, Inc., organized a team to participate in the 2011 Dodge Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Half-Marathon on October 30 with Team ASPCA, raising $15,550 for the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®).

To read more about Team ASPCA and how the Hartville Group is furthering ASPCA's mission, click here.

The holidays can be the most expesive time of the year for many people. Sarah shares her story on how ASPCA Pet Health Insurance helped her during the holiday season.

"My cat Micah became listless, wouldn't eat, and was vomiting. The veterinarian did an X-ray and ultrasound, but they were inconclusive. He put Micah on antibiotics and steroids. My poor boy also had to have IV fluids because he was dehydrated.

It took a while, but now Micah’s back to his old self. He takes a steroid pill daily (we fight every morning about this!) and is doing well. The bill was about $1,600.00, so thank goodness I have ASPCA Pet Health Insurance!  With the holidays here, money is especially tight and the reimbursement check was a huge help."
- Sarah L., Raleigh, NC

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“Here’s a recent picture of my dog after she suffered an accident. She’s such a sweet girl, and it broke my heart to see her in pain. Today, she’s fine, and it helped to receive the reimbursements from ASPCA Pet Health Insurance for this emergency!”

Photo Friday is a weekly column that showcases photos we receive from loving ASPCA Pet Health Insurance customers of their pets. If you want to see your pet featured, please email me!

“Our little boy Dotson is a 4-year-old Shih Tzu.  He has some major allergy issues, and ASPCA Pet Health Insurance has been awesome with all the veterinary bills. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance is the best!”

Photo Friday is a weekly column that showcases photos we receive from loving ASPCA Pet Health Insurance customers of their pets. If you want to see your pet featured, please email me!

“I am very happy to have ASPCA Pet Health Insurance for my German Shepherd, Suzie, and my Boxer-Hound, Casey. I am pleased that pet insurance helps me afford my veterinary bills. Having ASPCA Pet Health Insurance eases my mind, since I know it will help me afford any emergency. I just hope other dog parents see how much their animals need this kind of help. Thank you again!”

Photo Friday is a weekly column that showcases photos we receive from loving ASPCA Pet Health Insurance customers of their pets. If you want to see your pet featured, please email me!