Articles tagged with 'Pet' | Nationwide Mutual Insurance

Pet parents know that planned and unplanned visits to the veterinarian are to be expected when caring for four-legged family members. To help pet families understand which medical maladies most commonly prompt those trips, Nationwide® analyzed its …

Columbus, OH – Treating conditions like dermatitis and gastroenteritis is routine for veterinary healthcare teams but may be unsettling for pet families. To shed light on which medical maladies most commonly prompt those unplanned veterinary visits, …

Have you ever noticed certain dog breeds retain their playful puppy-like behaviors well into their adult and even senior years? But for some of these “Peter Pan” breeds, that also means they retain the possibility of certain kinds of injuries or …

A dog from Little Rock, Arkansas, a cat from Portland, Oregon, and a New York City rabbit captured the kookiest name crowns in Nationwide’s® Wacky Pet Names campaign. Congratulations to Molly from Corporate, Tony “Scarface” Baloney and Thor Odinbun, …

When it comes to naming a furry, feathery, or scaly family member, pet parents may draw inspiration from puns, pop culture or personal preference. Nationwide’s annual Wacky Pet Names campaign celebrates the most clever and creative names among the …

Thanks to a boost from generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI), pet parents everywhere have access to a free digital resource from Nationwide that can reveal conditions their pet is at higher risk of developing, preventive measures, and even the …

Animals are notoriously curious creatures. Sometimes that curiosity can put them in dangerous situations.March is Pet Prevention Poison Month and Nationwide is using the opportunity to remind pet parents to keep an eye on what their furry family …

Since 2015, Nationwide pet insurance members have been using Nationwide’s VetHelpline® to get around-the-clock advice for their ailing pets. Now, they can have a face-to-face conversation with a veterinary professional as part of the platform’s new …

Nationwide, the largest U.S. provider of pet health insurance, is sharing a new way for pet parents to feel the love for their canine companions and feline friends this Valentine's Day – by visiting the Pet HealthZone. The Pet HealthZone is an …

SAN DIEGO and COLUMBUS, Ohio – Leading pet insurer Nationwide® and Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (Nasdaq: WOOF) are delivering on their shared commitment to provide affordable and integrated pet health, wellness and protection solutions …

The holidays can be a fun and festive time, but several seasonal staples can pose potential threats to furry friends at home. While enjoying favorite foods and seasonal décor, pet parents should be mindful of holiday hazards that may prompt …

As a pet parent, "cancer" can be one of the scariest words to hear coming from your veterinarian. Statistics indicate that one in four dogs in the U.S. will develop cancer in their lifetimes,1 making it the number one disease-related cause of …

Giles, a New York City cat whose story about being inadvertently smooshed under a sofa bed, has captured the 15th annual Hambone Award®, which recognizes the most unusual pet insurance claim of the year. Nationwide® presents the award annually to …

Accidents are an unfortunate reality, and when they involve a cherished pet, they can be both distressing and potentially costly. Since 2009, Nationwide® pet insurance has annually presented the Hambone Award® to bring awareness to the …

Ask any pet owner and they’ll tell you - their pet has a very particular personality – complete with their own cute quirks. Since every pet is unique, their health protection options should be “tail’r” made for them as well. More than 40 years …

Pet parents: Imagine having a crystal ball that reveals the likelihood of your furry friend falling ill, the exact ailments they might encounter, and even the best ways to catch the problem early for optimal treatment. How would having this insight …

Columbus, Ohio – Nationwide, the largest U.S. provider of pet health insurance, continues to act on a commitment to help pets live healthier, longer lives by releasing the Pet HealthZone®, a free digital experience that draws from 40+ years of pet …

An Oklahoma dog with a Tombstone-inspired name, a Minnesota cat named after a sitcom character, and an ironically named Florida pot-bellied pig prevailed as kookiest canine, funkiest feline and most eccentric exotic, respectively, in Nationwide’s® …

Choosing a name for your pet is the perfect time to unleash your creativity and embrace the unconventional. Whether a name is playful, pun-tastic or just preposterous, it signals thoughtfulness about a pet’s special place within a family. Each …

For pet parents, caring for a furry family member comes with the likelihood of unplanned visits to the veterinarian. While many may dread visits related to acute injuries or rare diseases, what prompts veterinary clinic trips most often tends to be …

Columbus, Ohio – For veterinarians, treating canine and feline conditions such as dermatitis, otitis externa, and gastropathy is part of everyday practice, but these common conditions can be unexpected and costly in the eyes of pet owners.“When we …

Pet parents who shop online for their everyday pet (and people) needs at Walmart.com may now also find Nationwide pet health insurance offerings on the retailer’s site. Visitors to the Pet Care section of Walmart.com may explore Nationwide’s pet …

French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, and Pugs have never been more popular than they are today, beloved by celebrities, social media influencers, and families alike. In fact, the American Kennel Club (AKC) announced last week that the French Bulldog …

Columbus, OH - While veterinary healthcare teams across the country have seen that brachycephalic dogs like French Bulldogs, English Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boxers face health challenges more often than longer-nosed breeds, the newest pair of white …

Since writing the first pet insurance policy in the United States 40 years ago, Nationwide has remained an innovator and trailblazer in the pet health industry. Now, Nationwide is continuing its commitment to pioneering positive change for pets, pet …

Nationwide and Adopt a Pet are joining forces on the mission to save and improve the lives of companion animals. A new partnership between the country’s leading pet insurer and one of North America’s largest pet-adoption websites focuses on …