--- title: Spring 2022 description: The Companion magazine by Nationwide pet insurance features the spring edition with stories of dog and cat ownership, perks and services for members. image: https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/8692A%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_Main%20Story_Sophie_MainImg.jpg --- [![Nationwide Logo](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/Image%201@2x.png)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/?hsLang=en) ![The Companion Magazine Logo](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hubfs/commpasslogo.jpg) - [The Companion Magazine](https://companionpetmagazine.com) - [Previous Issues](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/previous) - Topics - [Member stories](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/member-stories) - [Research data](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/research-data) - [Pet care](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/pet-care) - [Extra treats](https://companionpetmagazine.com/tag/extra-treats) - [Promotions](https://companionpetmagazine.com/promotions) - [Member Perks](https://companionpetmagazine.com/member-perks) #### Spring 2022 # Beloved family dog injures hips in freak golf cart accident Canine queen of Kissimee makes full recovery [Read More](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/sophie-hambone-nominee?hsLang=en) Topics: all - All - Pet stories - Pet safety - Pet facts - Pet goodies - Celebrations [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TrillPawsHeader.jpg?width=365&name=TrillPawsHeader.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/trill-paws?hsLang=en) Pet goodies Spring 2022 ## [Meet our Perk Partner: Trill Paws](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/trill-paws?hsLang=en) Rachel Jones set out to create a pet lifestyle brand with enough personality for her pooch, Kevin. The result? Trill Paws. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8692C%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_CBD%20Pet%20Supplements_Img.jpg?width=365&name=8692C%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_CBD%20Pet%20Supplements_Img.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/cbd-for-pets-pros-and-cons?hsLang=en) Pet safety Spring 2022 ## [CBD for pets: Pros and cons](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/cbd-for-pets-pros-and-cons?hsLang=en) With the increasing use of Cannabidiol (CBD) for people, many are asking about CBD for pets. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/c1920_lassie.jpg?width=365&name=c1920_lassie.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-anniversary?hsLang=en) Celebrations Spring 2022 ## [Nationwide celebrates 40 years of pet insurance history](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-anniversary?hsLang=en) From its founding by a group of veterinarians four decades ago, Nationwide now protects more than 1.1 million pets. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8689%20SOC_Wacky%20Pet_Teaser_FB_zwQUICK-1.jpg?width=365&name=8689%20SOC_Wacky%20Pet_Teaser_FB_zwQUICK-1.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/wacky-pet-names?hsLang=en) Celebrations Spring 2022 ## [Meet our 2021 Wacky Pet Names contest winners](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/wacky-pet-names?hsLang=en) Who has received the coveted title of wackiest pet name of 2021? The votes are in! [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8629G%20Header.jpg?width=365&name=8629G%20Header.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/vethelpline?hsLang=en) Pet safety Spring 2022 ## [Pet expert advice on plant toxicity](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/vethelpline?hsLang=en) Springtime brings colorful blooms. Beautiful, yes, but also a source of trouble for curious pets (and their pet parents). [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8692B%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_Pet%20Poison%20Prevention_Img-1.jpg?width=365&name=8692B%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_Pet%20Poison%20Prevention_Img-1.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-poison-prevention?hsLang=en) Pet safety Spring 2022 ## [Prevent pet poisoning at home](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-poison-prevention?hsLang=en) Accidental pet poisonings in the home are very common—and usually preventable. [![](https://companionpetmagazine.com/hs-fs/hubfs/8692D%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_Rise%20of%20Pet%20Tech-1.jpg?width=365&name=8692D%20REF_Companion%20Spring%202022_Rise%20of%20Pet%20Tech-1.jpg)](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-tech?hsLang=en) Pet goodies Spring 2022 ## [New high tech pet products](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/spring-2022/pet-tech?hsLang=en) These high tech gadgets will help you keep your pets active, engaged and happy. Here’s the latest from across the woof wide web. Load More Articles ##### Friends & Family Program When you tell friends and family about Nationwide pet insurance, you'll collect SnootLoot that can be redeemed in our Treats Marketplace for pet (and human) goodies! [Start sharing](https://friendsandfamily.petinsurancerewards.com/) ##### Enjoy great deals and discounts with Nationwide Perks Nationwide Perks introduces you to great discounts, with savings for both you and your pets. Download our app and start saving today! [Download the app](https://downloadapp.nationwide.com/PKX4/5d8b4774?c=Marketing&af_c_id=Perks&af_adset=Pet&af_adset_id=Carousel%20Ad%20Apr&af_ad_id=NWM-0051&deep_link_value=perksandrewards) ## Check out some of our other posts! ### [2025 pet gift guide: Best picks for the holidays](https://companionpetmagazine.com/2025-pet-gift-guide?hsLang=en) Celebrate the season with gifts that combine health, sustainability, and fun for your ... ### [Making a paw-sitive impact at Nationwide Children’s Hospital](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2025/making-a-paw-sitive-impact-at-nationwide-childrens-hospital?hsLang=en) Dogs are our steadfast companions through thick and thin. They’re also good for our ... ### [Letter from the Pet-itor: New Year’s edition](https://companionpetmagazine.com/issues/holiday-2025/letter-from-the-pet-itor?hsLang=en) Can you hear the first notes of Auld Lang Syne ringing in your head already? 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