Early into training, pup mom Riley J. noticed a trend with her new pooch: “We discovered [she] loved bacon-flavored training treats, leaving her breath to always smell like bacon.” Over several weeks, the pup’s nicknames were honed to connect with her unique personality—and taste for treats—from bacon bits to maple bacon to Maple Bacon on a Biscuit.
That wasn’t the only thing that was unique about Maple. She has anophthalmia, a condition that caused her to be born without eyes. Despite this challenge, she faces the world fearlessly, even helping others by acting as a therapy dog for nursing homes. Riley says, “Watching her navigate the world and face challenges … without fear has always been my favorite thing about her.”
Maple is a brave pup, but she’s not without health concerns. Naturally, getting pet health insurance was a must for ensuring she can always get the best care. Riley got the best insurance for her best friend: “A friend was using Nationwide and showed us how much more was covered than our previous insurance—so we switched!”
Riley J. Nationwide member since 2022
