Kimberly Alt, Writer & Pet Insurance Expert

Kimberly is a writer and content strategist for Canine Journal, specializing in pet insurance consulting. She has written and edited professionally since 2010. In 2014, Kimberly began researching dogs and discovered her passion for pet insurance. She strongly advocates for insuring pets and knows insurance is a complex subject for most. Kimberly has read hundreds of pet insurance policies (including the fine print), ran more than 3,000 pet insurance quotes, engages in frequent discussions with pet insurer representatives, and conducts mystery shopping to gain an unbiased perspective and explain how companies differ and their strengths. Her passion is teaching others about the pet insurance industry and helping them make informed decisions for their pet insurance needs. Kimberly has a B.A. in Multimedia Journalism from Simpson College. She is a Dog Writers Association of America member, and her work has appeared in many brands, including The New York Times’ Wirecutter, Reader’s Digest, Forbes, People, Woman’s World, and Huffington Post. Kimberly is the parent of a rescue Coonhound mix, Sally.

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Animalia Pet Insurance Review: Pros, Cons, Coverage, vs Healthy Paws, vs Trupanion, & More

Animalia is a pet insurance company with years of experience in Israel’s marketplace. In 2022, Animalia Pet Insurance began selling policies in the United States. Animalia is bringing many innovative features to the U.S. pet insurance market, making it stand out from competitors. I’ll teach you more about the company and point out some of Animalia’s key selling points.

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List Of American Pet Insurance Companies (2024) With Ratings, Locations, Reviews, And More

Here you’ll find the most comprehensive list of national pet insurance companies in the U.S. Canine Journal’s experts have spent decades researching the pet insurance industry and corresponding providers. We leave no stone unturned, maintain annual rankings (with quarterly audits) of the top providers, and provide detailed individual coverage of pet insurance companies, whether they’re new to the scene or seasoned veterans. The table below shows a sneak peek of our top picks for the best pet insurance.

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Lemonade Pet Insurance Review: A Promising New Provider? (Includes Firsthand Experience)

Lemonade hit the pet insurance market in July 2020 with a unique Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven claims process and four solid years of providing reputable homeowners and renters insurance. For pet insurance, they offer affordable premiums, customizable policies, a wellness plan add-on, and a fast claims process they handle through their smartphone app. But does Lemonade provide all the coverage you’ll need for your pet? And how do they stack up against their competitors?

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Nearly Half Of Pet Owners Would Consider Euthanizing Their Pet When Facing High Vet Bills (NEW STUDY)

The cost of vet care is rapidly increasing, putting pet parents in an exceptionally agonizing situation of choosing between their finances and their dog’s health – and even ending their pet’s lives prematurely in many cases. Find out how much dog parents spend on health-related costs and how to avoid going into debt to pay for veterinary care.

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Best Dog Cameras: Pawbo vs Petzi vs Petcube vs Furbo vs GoPro & More

How would you like to see the world from your dog’s point of view? These doggie cameras allow you to do just that. Find a pet cam that can attach to your dog directly, or get a stationary camera that serves as a pet monitor to watch and film your dog’s movement throughout the day. So many high-tech options, how do you choose the best to meet your needs? Read our pet cam reviews to find out…

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Best Pet Insurance Companies In March 2024: Reviews & Comparison Tables

We’ve ranked the best pet insurance companies in 2024 according to what situation each is best suited for. Earning places in our best pet insurance companies for 2024 are Pets Best, Fetch, Figo, Healthy Paws, Embrace, Lemonade, Trupanion, and AKC Pet Insurance. Rankings are earned based on Canine Journal’s evaluation and inspection of price, coverage, customer service and reputation, claim processing, plan customizations, and more.

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Pet Insurance Reviews 2024: The Best Companies And Plans

My team reviews the pet insurance industry’s most reputable companies, researches extensively, and analyzes customer feedback. Our licensed insurance agent fact-checks everything, and I update our coverage throughout the year as providers change their policies, premiums, payout limits, reimbursements, customer service experience, and more. Who are the best pet insurance companies this year? Let’s find out.

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Pet Insurance Alternatives To Consider For Your Dog

Are you looking to save money on your pet’s health care expenses? There are alternatives to pet insurance for you to consider. Some companies offer coverage for routine care, discounts on in-network vets, emergency funds, and more. In some cases, you may even be able to use one of these alternatives in conjunction with a traditional pet health insurance policy. Find out what each of these plans has to offer and if one of them could benefit you.

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