Pet Insurance Guide Podcast

How Bay Beach Vets Help Pet Parents Afford The Care Their Pets Need - Episode 73

In this episode, I interview Allison Rye, the hospital administrator at Bay Beach Vets in Virginia Beach, VA. She talks about how they provide ways for pet parents to pay for the care their pets need via working with pet insurance companies, 3rd party financing and VetBilling. This is essentially a "how to" interview that practice owners and hospital managers/administrators can discover tips in going the extra mile when it comes to great customer service and helping more sick or... Read more →

Why You Need A Pet Insurance Policy That Covers Dental Illnesses

Coverage for dental problems in dogs and cats varies greatly between companies. Some companies cover dental accidents only while others cover both dental accidents and illnesses. There is variation between what dental procedures that veterinarians use to treat these problems that are covered by each company. My guest in this episode, Dr. Barden Greenfield (previously a guest in Episode 26), talks about the most common dental accidents and illnesses he sees and the potential costs to treat each problem. He... Read more →

Pet Insurance Tips For Emergency And Specialty Practices - Episode 66

My guest today is Dr. Ezra Steinberg, a board-certified veterinary surgeon at Maine Veterinary Medical Center. This is without a doubt one of the most informative interviews I've ever done. There is something for pet owners, veterinarians and their staffs, and pet insurance industry insiders. We talk about: The cost of care in the emergency/specialty setting - something pet owners definitely need to hear. The advantages of providing pet health insurance for employees vs. discounted care on the treatment of... Read more →

Keeping Your Dog Safe - Interview With Dr. Jason Nicholas, The Preventive Vet - Episode 41

In this episode, I interview Dr. Jason Nicholas, The Preventive Vet, about the recently published updated edition of his book "101 Essential Tips for Puppy or Dog Health and Safety." We discuss: How the new book is more user friendly and what's new. How the information in the book can not only save dog owners money, but in some cases actually save their dog's life. How veterinarians and their staffs can use the book in their practice as an aid... Read more →

Pet Insurance Coverage For The Most Common Dental Diseases In Dogs and Cats - Episode 26 - Interview with Dr. Barden Greenfield

In this episode, I interview Dr. Barden Greenfield who is board-certified in veterinary dentistry. He was recently elected President of the American Veterinary Dental College. He gives us an overview of the most common dental diseases in pets and why maintaining good oral health can actually help your pet live a longer, happier life. We discuss: Why he decided to specialize in dentistry after being in general practice for several years and what it takes to become a specialist in... Read more →

Pet Insurance Guide Podcast - Episode 12 - Interview with Dr. Jason Nicholas - How To Keep Your Pet Healthy And Avoid Big Veterinary Bills

In this episode, I interview Dr. Jason Nicholas, the Preventive Vet about how pet owners can keep their pets healthy and happy while at the same time saving significant amounts of money on their pet's healthcare expenses. We talk about: Information that will keep pets safe and healthy and save pet owners money. How the brand "The Preventive Vet" got started. The more preventable problems that veterinarians routinely see like drug overdoses, toxins (e.g.human over-the-counter or prescription medications, grapes/raisins, plants),... Read more →