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About Jon Vijungco

Founder and Managing Director, TheInsuredPet.com

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At The Insured Pet, it is our goal to take all of the confusion out of your pet insurance needs.  If you are ready to feel confident that your pet is going to be taken care of in the event of an illness or emergency and not have to worry about the fine print then … Continue reading

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8 Tips To Help Your Dog Stay Healthy And Happy

Photo by Joe Caione on Unsplash Prevention is always the best medicine, and this is no less true when it comes to man’s best friend. Keeping your dog healthy and happy from the start will help your pooch avoid stressful conditions and save you time and money. You want the best for your dog, and … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance and Annual Exams in New York City

Much like your own health needs, annual exams for your pet are a yearly event that we may find tedious, but they are essential.  These exams help maintain the best quality of life, and when it comes to catching diseases early then annual exams become the difference between success in treating them or not.  An … Continue reading

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How to Safely Enjoy Spring with Your Dog

Springtime is here and it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry buddy! Spending the long hours indoors during winter starved us from the thrill, movement, and the sun. But before you get going and enjoy what spring has to offer, here are some hazards you and your dog need to look out … Continue reading

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How Does it Work When You Buy Pet Insurance?

When it comes to your precious four-legged friend, you want what is best for them.  Many pet owners choose to buy pet insurance, but then wonder how it works.  At The Insured Pet, we are happy to explain.  Pet insurance is basically a health care policy for your fur-baby that reimburses you for certain medical … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance for Cats:  When is the Best Time to Buy Insurance?

If you are a brand new proud owner of a cat, you may be wondering if it is necessary to buy pet insurance for your cat, and if so, when is the best time?  You are not alone in the worry that your independent furry four legged friend may be too young or too old … Continue reading

How to Adopt a Pet and Build a Business at the Same Time

Sometimes, life throws us many major milestones all at once. For example, you might find yourself in the middle of launching a business when you come across a shelter pet that needs a loving home. Launching a business while settling into life with a new pet doesn’t have to be as stressful as it sounds. … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance for Dogs:  The Most Common Insurance Claims

Are you considering pet insurance for your dog, but are wondering what the most common insurance claims might be and whether or not it is worth it?  Pet insurance for dogs is a safety net needed by the majority of dog owners.  Since our dogs bring us an unparalleled sense of joy and happiness, most … Continue reading

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Guarding Your Cats Against Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is an infection that is caused by a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. According to studies, more than 30 million people in the United States carry the Toxoplasma parasite. Toxoplasmosis can cause severe illness in infants infected before birth if their mothers are newly infected before or during pregnancy. It can also cause severe illness … Continue reading

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Simple Strategies When Moving With A Pet

If you’re planning to move with your furry friend, especially if you’re downsizing the smaller accommodations, you’ve got your work cut out for you. But, that doesn’t mean that you can’t make your move a pleasant experience for everyone. Keep reading as The Insured Pet offers up a few insights to keep Tank’s tail wagging … Continue reading

Why Pet Insurance for Cats is Important

No one wants to think about their independent, acrobatic, purring cuddle buddy becoming ill, uncomfortable, or injured.  Unfortunately, accidents do happen, and pet insurance for cats can help you make sure that you have the financial resources that you need in order to provide the care your furry friend needs in a medical situation.  At … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance for Dogs – What’s Not Covered?

When it comes to pet insurance for dogs, the professionals at The Insured Pet are passionate about their pets and know that finding the best pet insurance shouldn’t be a difficult process.  Also, a big part of the reason that pet owners get insurance is because they want to know that no matter what happens, … Continue reading

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How to Snap the Cutest Photos of Your Pup for Instagram

If you’ve ever looked at a dog-dedicated Instagram account, you may wonder how the pet parent manages to make every photo look like it came straight out of a World’s Cutest Dogs calendar. How on earth do they get their pup to strike a pose on command, and how do they manage to get professional-looking … Continue reading

The Difference Between a Shy and Anxious Pet

Shyness and anxiety in pets are not the same. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t help them overcome this issue. Shy pets prefer being with their immediate family. However, when other people or animals are present, shy pets may hide or hesitate to approach them at first. But once they get used to their … Continue reading

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The Best Gifts to Spoil an Outdoor Enthusiast (And Their Humans)

Giving great outdoor gear is about more than the bare necessities, even for the outdoor enthusiast who likes to bring their dog along on their adventures. Gear for hiking, camping, and all kinds of other outdoor activities is highly specialized these days, and there are options for humans and their canine explorers that make outdoor … Continue reading

Things to Think About When Keeping Your Dog Safe in Winter

When winter rolls around, many dogs enjoy spending time outside, playing in the snow and taking advantage of the brisk air. They might even prefer to stay outside more than they do being indoors, and that’s fine for cold days, but after the snow falls–or when the temperatures really drop–it’s important to take some steps … Continue reading

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Is Insuring Your Pet Worth It?

Pet insurance can protect pet owners from the costs of treating their pets if they suffer from an illness, get injured, or meet an accident. It can save them from unexpected and potentially high costs for treatment. There are a lot of coverages for pet insurance. It can help with dental care, loss or theft … Continue reading

Ticks In Dogs: Identification, Removal & Prevention

Ticks are becoming more and more prevalent in the summer months, as the weather gets warmer and damper, drawing the ticks out of their ground or tree-based burrows. Because of ticks becoming a more common occurrence, it is important that you check your dog regularly – that is, every time they come inside the house … Continue reading

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7 Ways To Make Your Dog Happy for Holidays!

Our time with our little pups is quite very limited. On average, a dog lives for about 12-14 years, which is approximately 1/3rd of our lives. The holidays and occasions that we get to spend with them during this limited period can be counted on our fingers. Naturally, that makes us want to do more … Continue reading

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Insurance for Your Cat? Here’s Why You Need It!

When we love, we ensure everything goes well for those we care about. Our pets are valuable to us and because of this, we do what we can to protect them. Do you love cats? How many do you have? If you own pets, having pet insurance is a smart move. It uses the same … Continue reading

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