June is Adopt-a-Shelter-Cat month! Tell us why you love cats and enter for your chance to win a FroliCat Bolt for your favorite feline or Huck ‘Em Floats for your K9 friend from the ASPCA® Online Store. Enter here.
Prizing is courtesy of the ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program. Sweepstakes ends June 26, 2013. No purchase necessary. See
official rules.
There’s nothing like the return of warm weather to get us excited! Join our pawty on our Facebook page and you’ll also be entered for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate!
To enter, like us on Facebook, fill out our short entry form and upload a picture of your pet. You’re also welcome to enter by tweeting a picture to @ASPCAPetIns with your pet’s name and the hashtag #PetPawty!
The winner will be randomly selected. See the full official rules here.
World Veterinary Day is this Saturday, April 27, and we'd like to thank veterinarians for all their hard work. Unfortunately, veterinary visits have been declining during tougher economic times, and not all pets are getting the care they need. Here are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to the vet and your pet.
1. Avoid putting off a call or visit.
Veterinarians report seeing pets when they're three days sicker these days.+ That waiting time can make a pet's condition more difficult to treat.
2. Don't rely on "Dr. Google."
The Internet can be useful, but it shouldn't be a substitute for your vet. An exam by a doctor who knows your pet's history can mean more accurate treatment and a better prognosis.
3. Have a backup plan.
Know where to go in case your pet gets hurt or sick after regular clinic hours. Our Veterinary Locator tool can help you find emergency clinics in your area.
Remember, your plan covers visits to any licensed veterinarian in the US or Canada, including emergency clinics as well as specialists.
by Jennifer S.
04/15/2013
It’s difficult to think about, but who would take care of your pet if something happened to you?
Choosing to leave funds for the care of your pet after you pass is a personal decision. You can put your pet in your will or set funds aside for the person you have chosen to care for your furry companion.
Our friends at the ASPCA® have some helpful advice you should keep in mind when making your decision.
by Jennifer S.
04/08/2013
We listed the fruits that are safe for your dog in an earlier blog post, now it’s time to talk veggies!
There are plenty of dog-safe vegetables out there and plenty of ways to prepare them. If you’re looking to give your pooch a healthy snack, Dog Channel has a great list of which vegetables are safe for dogs.
Also, check out our list of harmful foods. If your pet has a poison emergency, the ASPCA® Animal Poison Control Center can help at 1-888-426-4435. ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plans cover calls to the Animal Poison Control Center.
April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, and each year our friends at the ASPCA® urge supporters across the country to support their efforts and Go Orange for Animals to mark the signing of the ASPCA's charter in 1866.
In honor of the ASPCA’s 147 years of helping animals, we’re awarding one lucky entrant a $100 gift certificate. Plus, we’ll have a photo album on Facebook of pets showing their support of the ASPCA’s mission!
To enter, like us on Facebook, fill out our short entry form and upload a picture of your pet sporting some orange. Or tweet a picture to @ASPCAPetIns with the hashtag #Pets4ASPCA!
The winner will be randomly selected. See the full official rules here.
If you are looking for inspiration, the ASPCA offers some tips how to “Go Orange.”
by Jennifer S.
02/20/2013
Love is in the air and we want to hear the tale of how you met your pet! You could win a $25 gift certificate!
To enter our “Love Story” sweepstakes, like us on Facebook and fill out our short entry form.
by Jennifer S.
02/18/2013
Accidents can happen to our feline friends in the blink of an eye. When emergencies do occur, pet parents may find it difficult to make rational decisions. That’s why it’s so important to have a plan in place before emergencies occur.
To get started, ask your veterinarian’s advice on creating a plan. Be sure to find the closest animal hospital that provides emergency care and make sure you have your veterinarian’s phone number handy.
Another number to keep close is ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center at (888)426-4435. They are available24/7 if you suspect your pet has ingested something hazardous.
Check out this article from our friends at the ASPCA© to learn more about emergency care for your feline friend, such as first aid tips and signs that your cat needs emergency help.
Remember, ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plans cover visits to any licensed veterinarian in the U.S. and Canada, including emergency clinics.
by Jennifer S.
02/15/2013
“When we took our dog, Lily, to get her shots updated, the veterinarian gave us an ASPCA Pet Health Insurance brochure. Not long after we purchased Lily an insurance plan, she became ill with an inflammation of her pancreas. We almost lost her. The bill was costly but thanks to our ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plan, a large chunk of the cost was covered. It was great to get that check.”
-Donna J., Miami, FL
by Jennifer S.
02/14/2013
Keep your pet safe this Valentine’s Day!
Our friends at the ASPCA® have a full list of Valentine’s Day goodiespet parents should watch out for this holiday. For instance, make sure hazardous food, flowers and other holiday items are kept out of paw’s reach.
Subscribe