Honoring National Pet Health Insurance Month, NAPHIA’s “Why do you Care Enough?” story contest asks entrants to share their story about why they wish they had pet insurance or why they’re a pet insurance policyholder. One lucky winner will be awarded an Apple® iPad 2®, in addition to NAPHIA making a $250 donation to the pet charity of the winner’s choosing.

Second and third place prizes will also be awarded. Learn more about the contest and submit your entry here

NAPHIA is an independent organization that brings together respected pet insurance companies and pet health professionals to help advance the pet insurance industry. The Hartville Group, which provides ASPCA Pet Health Insurance, is a founding member of NAPHIA and one of the oldest and largest pet insurance providers in the United States.

“My Border Collie-Retriever mix is young and healthy, but she sometimes gets cuts on her paw pads from our active lifestyle. I got ASPCA Pet Health Insurance after spending several hundred dollars on vet visits to check out her injured paws. I later found a lump on her tongue. It was benign, but I was glad not to worry about how I would pay for treatment. I could focus on making the best medical decision for her, rather than the cost.”

— Veronica K., St. Paul, MO

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“My dog, Queenie, was bitten twice by a rattlesnake last year. She almost did not make it. Through the grace of God and help from my ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plan, she is still with me and still my one true love. Thank you ASPCA Pet Health Insurance!"

—Kara C., Santa Fe, N.M.

 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!

One of the best ways to help an allergy-prone pet is to try to prevent exposure to allergens. Here are some pointers to make your pet’s environment a little healthier:

• If the pollen count is high, keep your pet inside or limit time outside.
• Wipe off your pet’s paws after going outdoors to remove pollen.
• Put plush toys in the freezer occasionally to help kill off dust mites.
• Wash your pet’s bedding regularly with a gentle fragrance-free detergent.
• Dust and vacuum frequently, especially in your pet’s favorite spots.

Be sure to visit your veterinarian to identify the source of your pet’s allergies and get specific treatment advice. Visit our blog for more tips on what to do if your pet has allergies.

Our tails would wag if you liked us on Facebook where we have lots more to say on pet matters – from ways to keep your pet safe and healthy to fun stories and photos. Check out our team "going orange" last month to celebrate the ASPCA's Prevention of Cruelty to Animals month!

“One night, I noticed my beloved little Norwegian Forest Cat, Paul, was cowering and in pain.  It was a Sunday night so we found a veterinarian in the next town who would see him immediately. He discovered Paul had a kidney stone and was in serious trouble although we had brought him to the veterinarian in time.  Paul needed surgery as well as a hospital stay.  Thank heavens we had ASPCA Pet Health Insurance because our plan paid most of the bill.  Paul is home and we are all happy!”

— Joanie C., Broadview Heights, OH

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“Thunder, my Bullmastiff, hit the side of a concrete fountain while running and he sliced the side of his face, breaking his tooth in half. After a trip to the emergency clinic and two more visits to aveterinarian, it cost me about $2,300. I don’t know what I would have done without ASPCA Pet Heath Insurance to cover a large portion of my bill. You never expect these extreme accidents to happen to your pet, but they do happen, and a few bad seconds can cost thousands of dollars. I fully recommend ASPCA Pet Health Insurance as a good back-up plan if the unexpectedhappens.”

- Julie Ann T., Plano, TX

“Recently my Shih Tzu Jake got extremely sick, and it became very expensive. However, Jake is a part of our family and we would do anything to help him feel better.  Thanks to ASPCA Pet Health Insurance we were able to get Jake the best treatment available. Now he is looking forward to the holidays with his sisters, Bunny and Allie.”
-Jodie D., Troy, MI

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!

“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!