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This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jean D. Congrats!
For as long as I can remember, we’ve had a dog in our house. First it was Tiny, the Chihuahua that didn’t like men. Next it was Springer, who wasn’t the smartest spaniel on the block. Then came Patch, who had one blue eye and one brown eye and multiple personalities to match. He could climb his way through windows and fences, leaving a path of destruction behind him. Niko is our latest rescue. He is half Maltese, half terrier and the cutest, white fluff around (he’s pictured to the right).
April 26th is National Kids and Pet Day and Kroger is celebrating by sharing information about pet safety, selecting the right pet for your family and making sure your family’s animal friends are taken care of. If you’ve ever had a dog, you know how much a part of the family they become. In some ways, taking care of a pet is like taking care of a child. The responsibility of feeding them, walking them, playing with them, and caring for them is huge.
Kroger, one of the nation’s largest grocers, offers pet insurance (which is something I just learned) through PetFirst. Pet insurance policies, which are available at over 2,400 Kroger family stores, cover routine care and medical procedures for dogs and cats and can be used at veterinarians nationwide. Coverage starts as low as $9.95 a month and reimbursement typically takes two weeks. Right now, if you purchase a plan online, you can save $10.
Did you know that Kroger has a Pet Health blog? It launched in February and offers information on everything from how to potty train your puppy to children and safe pet play. I found several tips to be handy, particularly since my 2 year old likes to pester play with Niko:
- Teach your children to pet softy, stay away from food dishes, toys and bones, and not to startle your dog or cat when it is sleeping.
- Keep babies and toddlers at a level higher than your dog. Dogs perceive height as representative of their hierarchy. Keep your children off the floor when the dog is in the room.
- Don’t give your dog toys that resemble your children’s toys or clothing. Stay away from fabric stuffed dog toys that resemble your child’s stuffed animals.
- Involve your child in your dog’s care. Even just the presence of your child in the same room while your dog is receiving his favorite things or activities can help build a positive association to children.
For more information on Kroger’s Pet Insurance Policies, just visit their website.
Win It! One of you will win a $20 gift card to Kroger (it can be used at ALL Kroger stores including Ralph’s, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, etc.). Simply leave me a comment with something you liked or learned on their site. Comments will close on May 9, 2010 at 11:59 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn. Want an extra entry? Do any or all of the following and receive an extra entry for each one.
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I learned at petfirst you can get a rider on your insurance that will cover the cost of presciption food for only 5 dollars a month.
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Affordable Coverage from just $9.95 per month
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I learned about the pet coverage “Dogs and cats must be 8 weeks to 9 years old to enroll in Value, Basic or Preferred coverage. After initial enrollment, coverage is renewable for the life of your pet. Dogs and cats 10 years and older are eligible for Senior coverage. Dogs and cats of all ages are eligible for Accident coverage.”
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They have a lot of good info here. I especially like the section on Pet Poison Prevention but there a lot of good info on helping keep your pets healthy.
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I learned that you can buy gift cards at the site!
I had no idea they had a pet health blog. I shop at Fred Meyer at least 2-3 times a week.
I like the article Weight Management for Dogs & Cats. An estimated 52% of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese…that is just shocking!
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I learned that An estimated 52% of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese*.
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I learned that behavioral training is covered with the Preferred and Basic plans. This would be nice for new puppy owners.
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I learned that coverage starts from just $9.95 a month
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I like the pet health blog.
I learned that pet insurance is really affordable.
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I like the section of posien protection
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I learned that my pet wouldn’t be covered by the pet insurance. We have a hamster and even though he is quite tiny, vet bills can be costly. Before our last hamster died, we racked up almost $500 in vet payments.
Prices start at 9.95/month
I learned tha for a limited time you can sign up for coverage online and save $10. Every bit helps!
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a majority of dogs and cats are obese
I learned that pet insurance can be as low as $9.95/month.
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vet care is very expensive, this totally makes sense. It looks like it even covers checkups
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I learned that spaying and neutering your pet will get rid of behavioral problems.
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I like where it shows you where you can adopt pets in your area.
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i learned that Dogs and cats must be 8 weeks to 9 years old to enroll in Value, Basic or Preferred coverage
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You can load coupons to your loyalty card. Great!
I learned that An estimated 52% of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese. I had no idea the percentage was that high.
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I thought it was amazing that it will even help pay for Behavior training.
I learned hat you can get insurance for only $10 a month.
Pet poison prevention had good stuff in it
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52 pecent of dog are obese!
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I learned Kroger is teamed up with many other stores like Ralphs!
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I learned they only cover cats and dogs, no other animals.
I learned that you can use eggs past the sale by date for four or five weeks!
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I learned you could “click & earn free stuff for your school”.
a 90% saving on vet bills? how sweet! and up to $220 inroutine pet care costs with one of the plans
I learned that An estimated 52% of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese*. Excessive weight in pets can lead to possible health concerns, such as diabetes and joint problems.
One of my dogs definitely has this problem.
I learned that you can check for adoptable dogs and cats in your area.
The pet health blog is really nice. I like the post about allergies. My dog has them. She is a 6 lbs Yorkie. She has allergy medicine that costs more then my cable bill!!! Oh and of course I buy it!!!
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I learned that cats that are overweight can suffer many of the same illnesses that plague people who are obese, such as diabetes (type 2 in humans). Cats can also become sick from ingesting indoor plants, cleaning supplies or medication.
I learned that according to the American Dental Society, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age three
Barney Kroger started the chain in Cincinnati.
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I found the Pet Health Blog informative.
I didn’t know that pets have allergies, too (mold, pollen, dust mites, etc.).
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I learned that your dog should not eat grapes as they are toxic to them. Thanks for the contest! codisweepstakes2 (@) gmail(dot)com
The pet health blog was nice to look through.
I learned that you can enroll by phone or online. Thanks for the contest.
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I saw that they had a blog about your pet’s health. I had no idea that they offered pet insurance. I currently have VPI now and pay a lot more than $9.95 a month. I think I will go there and get a quotation and see if I can save some money for my dog.
I like that they have their ad online.
I had never checked into their pet insurance… after reading up on their pet accident insurance and what is covered for such a low fee I am seriously thinking about doing this. My older cat seems to get into fights way more than I would like.
The deductible is $50 Per Incident. *Thanks* for the giveaway!
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I learned that “Dogs and cats must be 8 weeks to 9 years old to enroll in Value, Basic or Preferred coverage. After initial enrollment, coverage is renewable for the life of your pet. Dogs and cats 10 years and older are eligible for Senior coverage. Dogs and cats of all ages are eligible for Accident coverage.”
I learned about pet allergies.
I learned that they offer coverage from just $9.95 per month
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I like browsing my local weekly Kroger ad on the site!
I had no idea you could get digital coupons added to your Kroger Plus card and they were advertising this on the home page of their site…very cool!
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I learned – Kittens especially need veterinarian care when they are young. Vaccinations, spaying or neutering and blood tests are just a few things that your kitten may need. The pet insurance preferred plan for pets 8 weeks to 9 years of age, is an excellent plan for families adding a kitten or young cat to the household. The preferred plan covers your new kitten’s annual exam, microchipping, prescription flea control and more.
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I learned that PetFirst Healthcare is a reimbursement program, so policyholders are free to use any licensed veterinarian within the U.S.
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I found out that Per Insurance can be bought for less than $10 per month!
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One thing I learned is that Kroger offers “senior” dog insurance plans for all breeds for less than 10 dollars a month. Very cool! Thanks for the great giveaway!
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I learned that the blog has a wealth of information about pet health. I liked the article about pet allergies.
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Thanks for the giveaway…I enjoyed reading the health section for dogs: sugar-free gum and candy are very toxic to dogs, artificial sweetener found is these products is xylitol which can be deadly to a dog. Also, raw salmon can kill your dog.
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I learned that you can get specialized deals for your local store, by typing in your zip code online.
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I learned that pet allergies are an inherited lifelong trait, just like in humans.
I learned that the company is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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