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Winter warm-up winners

We asked our Instagram followers to show how they spend the chilly winter months with their furry friends using #SnowMuchFunSweepstakes. By entering,...
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Who wants to go for a walk?

Walking is a low-intensity activity that has potential benefits of lifting moods, helping with fitness and weight, and easing the joint pain that so...
Winter 2023

Wishbone ruins shih tzu's appetite

“My son wanted a dog, because all his friends had dogs,” Nationwide pet insurance member Nahla I. remembers. “He wanted his own dog.”
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Teflon toxicity affects all bird species

Non-stick cookware can be very hazardous for bird species—but many bird parents are unaware of the dangers.
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Wintertime kitchen pet hazards

Wintertime is all about comfort foods. A warm kitchen and tasty meal can cut through the cold like nothing else.
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Unexpected pet questions

Pet parents tend to have numerous questions both big and small about caring for their pets. Sometimes our pet concerns can't always wait, so if your...
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Saving money for pet owners

You always do the best for your pet. However, the price of pet care is increasing and, with the potential for a rocky economic future, it doesn't...
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How to spot signs of illness in cats

Cats act in mysterious ways—it’s one of the many things we love about them. But did you know certain behavior (or changes in behavior) can signal a...
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Keeping New Year’s resolutions fresh (with some pet help!)

January 1st is when many people decide to try something new—a new diet, hitting the gym or setting aside more time with family.
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Watch out for these surprising holiday pet hazards

The holidays are a time of joyous celebration with friends and family, but with the tasty banquets and twinkling lights come a number of hazards for...
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Winter activities for your pet

Staying active during the cold winter months isn’t always easy. Short days and chilly ...

Cold weather companions

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Caring for rabbits during the winter

When daily pet care becomes so familiar that it's just part of your normal routine, it ...

Celebrate the Year of the Snake

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