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News, Tips & Guides for Renters and Pet Parents
How to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Your Dog or Cat
Thanksgiving can be a fun family celebration for dogs and cats, but holiday foods, busy gatherings, and leftover scraps can put their health at risk.
Learn which foods to avoid, how to prepare a pet-friendly mini feast, and how to keep your furry companions safe and comfortable throughout the holiday. Discover how Kanguro Pet Insurance can help you prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.
2 days ago7 min read
Is Black Friday a Good Time to Get Pet Insurance?
Black Friday is known for deals on electronics, clothing, home essentials, and plenty of other products. But what about pet insurance?
If you have a dog or cat, this time of year can be a good opportunity to review your options, compare plans, and see what fits your budget.
Still, a lower price doesn't always mean better coverage, and not every pet insurance provider offers Black Friday promotions.
Oct 278 min read
Best Pet Insurance for American Bully in 2026: Cost, Coverage & Common Health Issues
If you share your home with an American Bully, you already know they are pure heart, muscle, and personality. No matter if you have a Pocket, Standard, or XL Bully, these dogs are famous for their gentle nature, high energy, and loyalty to their families.
Their physical build,broad chests, dense bone structure, and unique facial features, makes them prone to specific medical conditions that bring steep veterinary bills over time. Caring for a bully breed requires proactive
Oct 209 min read
How to Protect Your Pet and Home from Real Monsters This Halloween
October is filled with fake cobwebs, giant pumpkin displays, and spooky costumes lining every street. While haunted houses and horror movie marathons get all the attention this time of year, adult life brings a very different set of fears.
The scariest things we face do not vanish when November arrives, nor do they stay confined to fictional stories.
The real monsters show up unannounced on a random Tuesday when your dog ingests something toxic off the sidewalk, or whe
Oct 1410 min read
5 Halloween Risks Renters Should Avoid This Year
Halloween can make an apartment or a house feel a little different. There are decorations in the hallway, people coming and going, costumes, candles, candy, and maybe a few more guests than usual.
Most of the time, it is all part of the fun. But a busy night can also lead to accidents, damage, or an unexpected expense. A candle can get knocked over, a guest can trip, or something you own can disappear while you are away.
A few simple precautions can help you enjoy Hallowe
Oct 75 min read
5 Safe Halloween Tips to Protect Your Pets
Halloween can be a fun night for the whole family, but all the extra activity can be a little overwhelming for pets. Between candy, costumes, decorations, and a steady stream of people at the door, there are plenty of things to keep an eye on.
Even pets who usually feel comfortable at home may get nervous with the extra noise, unfamiliar faces, and constant opening and closing of the front door.
Some Halloween hazards may also be easy to overlook. A bowl of candy left
Oct 25 min read
Does Pet Insurance Cover Boarding If the Owner Is Hospitalized?
What happens to your pet if you’re hospitalized unexpectedly? Learn how pet insurance boarding coverage works, when boarding costs may be reimbursed, and what Kanguro Insurance offers during a medical emergency.
Sep 169 min read
Does Renters Insurance Pay for a Hotel Stay During an Emergency?
Many renters assume their landlord will pay for temporary housing, but standard lease agreements rarely require this. Property owners carry insurance to repair the building structure, not to cover your personal lodging costs.
Your renters insurance policy fills this gap. Most standard renters policies help pay for emergency lodging when a covered peril renders your apartment unlivable.
Sep 88 min read
Best Pet Insurance for Fast Claims and High Payouts
Compare the best pet insurance options for reimbursement rates, accident and illness coverage, annual limits, 24/7 veterinary access, digital claims, and direct payment. Discover how Kanguro Insurance stands out with flexible coverage options, Direct Pay, TeleVet, and additional perks for pet owners.
Aug 314 min read
What Is a Pre-Existing Condition in Pet Insurance?
Pre-existing conditions are health issues or symptoms that existed before your pet’s coverage started or before the applicable waiting period ended. A diagnosis does not have to happen before coverage begins for a condition to be considered pre-existing.
While these conditions are excluded from coverage, new eligible accidents and illnesses may still be covered under your plan. Understanding when symptoms first appeared and reviewing your policy terms can help you better
Aug 269 min read
The First 30 Days With Your Adopted Pet: What Every New Pet Parent Should Know
The first 30 days with an adopted pet are all about helping them adjust while setting up the basics for their care. Give them time and space to settle in, establish a consistent routine, schedule their first vet visit within seven days, keep their medical records organized, and prepare for both everyday and unexpected expenses. Every pet adjusts at their own pace, so use the 3-3-3 rule as a guide, not a deadline.
Aug 219 min read
What Is Digital Pet Insurance for Frequent Vet Visits?
Short answer: Digital pet insurance means the whole cycle happens online: you quote and enrol on the form on the website, your documents arrive digitally, and you file claims, track them and get paid in the app, with no paperwork. That matters most when your pet is at the vet often, because friction multiplies by the number of claims. With Kanguro reimbursement lands in around 3.5 business days, and a bilingual human team is reachable at 888-546-5264 whenever you want one. On
Aug 116 min read
Pet Insurance for Cancer and Surgery: What It Covers and What It Costs in 2026
Short answer: With Kanguro Insurance, yes. Cancer diagnosis and treatment are covered under illness coverage, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and diagnostic imaging, as long as the cancer was not already present or documented before you enrolled. In the US market a full course of dog cancer treatment runs $3,000 to $10,000 in 2026, and passes $20,000 when surgery, chemotherapy and radiation are combined. Kanguro Insurance reimburses up to 90% of covered costs, from
Aug 116 min read
Pet Insurance With Telemedicine: Covered vs Included
Included and covered are not the same thing. Why a reimbursable $55 consult can pay you back $0, why chat is the primary channel and the only bilingual one, and the 8 questions to ask before you assume you have 24/7 vet access.
Aug 66 min read
How to Compare Pet Insurance Wellness Add-Ons
Wellness coverage is a budgeting tool, not insurance — it only pays if it costs less than the care you were buying anyway. Why providers structure it differently, the four questions that change the math, and why Kanguro's Early Years Care + is not simply Premiere Care + plus more.
Aug 68 min read
Pet Insurance for Spanish Speakers: Bilingual by Design, Not Translated
You pick English or Spanish and the entire process runs in it — quoting, claims, telehealth — with a human team of native speakers, not a chatbot with a Spanish setting. How to tell real bilingual service from a translated website.
Aug 611 min read
7 Pet Insurance Factors to Compare in 2026
Monthly price predicts the least. Compare exclusions, the three cost levers, waiting periods, vet network restrictions, claims process, included extras, and language support — with Kanguro's own terms stated explicitly.
Aug 58 min read
Moving to Miami? A Complete Guide for Renters
If this is your first time renting in Miami, you probably have plenty of questions. How much should you budget? Which neighborhoods are worth considering? Is renters insurance required? What should you know before signing a lease?
This guide answers those questions and walks you through everything you need to know before making the move.
Jul 3012 min read
Moving to Texas? Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
No two moves are the same. Living in downtown Austin feels completely different from renting a house in suburban Dallas or settling into a neighborhood outside Houston. Rental prices, traffic, weather, and even utility costs can change depending on where you land.
Before signing a lease or scheduling the moving truck, it's worth taking a closer look at what life in Texas is really like. Here's what to know before making the move.
Jul 2312 min read
What to Know About Heartworm Prevention for Dogs
Heartworm disease is one of the most serious illnesses dogs can develop, but it's also one of the most preventable. With the right preventive care, pet owners can significantly reduce the risk of infection and help protect their dogs from a condition that can affect the heart, lungs, and overall health.
Jul 169 min read
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