Fall Issue

A marvelous Malinois and his matador moves

Meet this year’s Hambone Awards® top dog.

Pet care

Planning for new pet expenses

You can’t put a price tag on the love and affection you receive from a new pet. However, adding a new four-legged friend to your life does come with...
Pet care

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...
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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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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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Featured pet: Sugar glider

Sugar gliders are part squirrel, part hang glider—and all the way adorable. These inquisitive and energetic animals are increasingly popular as pets.
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Choosing the best small mammal for your home

The holiday season is a popular time to adopt small animals into your home. Your new bunny, mouse or hamster will long outlive the festive season, so...
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!

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Letter from the Pet-itor: New Year’s edition

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The rising cost of pet care

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