PET CARE
Pet ownership is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding relationships for both humans and animals. The bond you form with your pet will bring you both years of laughter, wonderful times, and unparalleled love.
Along with the rewards, owning a pet comes with a considerable amount of responsibility. Your pet is depending on you. Therefore, bringing a new pet home is not a decision that should be taken lightly.
If you are on the fence about whether or not you are ready to bring a pet into your life, you should consider the following factors regarding being a responsible pet owner:
This includes the basic necessities such as food, water, shelter, and toys. It also includes routine health care (veterinary visits) and companionship, along with other responsibilities such as grooming, training, socializing, walking, and playing with your pet.
These responsibilities take a significant time commitment and have to be done daily to raise a healthy, well-adjusted pet. Below are a few examples of pet ownership responsibilities:
'Responsible Pet Owner' does not come with one definition. So we have added a few qualities that we feel are important in responsible pet ownership:
Looking for more ways to keep your pup safe? Consider investing in a dog health insurance policy.
Nothing in this article should be construed as financial, legal or veterinary advice. Please consult your own advisors for questions relating to your and your pet’s specific circumstances.
1 Pet Insurance offered by MetLife Pet Insurance Solutions LLC is underwritten by Independence American Insurance Company (“IAIC”), a Delaware insurance company, headquartered at 485 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10022, and Metropolitan General Insurance Company (“MetGen”), a Rhode Island insurance company, headquartered at 700 Quaker Lane, Warwick, RI 02886, in those states where MetGen’s policies are available. MetLife Pet Insurance Solutions LLC is the policy administrator authorized by IAIC and MetGen to offer and administer pet insurance policies. MetLife Pet Insurance Solutions LLC was previously known as PetFirst Healthcare, LLC and in some states continues to operate under that name pending approval of its application for a name change. The entity may operate under an alternate, assumed, and/or fictitious name in certain jurisdictions as approved, including MetLife Pet Insurance Services LLC (New York and Minnesota), MetLife Pet Insurance Solutions Agency LLC (Illinois), and such other alternate, assumed, or fictitious names approved by certain jurisdictions
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2 Provided all terms of the policy are met. Application is subject to underwriting review and approval. Like most insurance policies, insurance policies issued by IAIC and MetGen contain certain deductibles, co-insurance, exclusions, exceptions, reductions, limitations, and terms for keeping them in force. For costs, complete details of coverage and exclusions, and a listing of approved states, please contact MetLife Pet Insurance Solutions LLC.