Take care of every paw, tail and whisker
When it comes to protecting your furry friend, it’s important to shop around for the right cover, that suits what you both need.
That’s why we work with over 25 leading pet insurance companies, to bring you the best deals.
Pets are part of the family, so when a beloved four-legged friend suffers a mishap like illness or an injury, it can be upsetting and, often, really expensive.
Vet bills can quickly add up, but having pet insurance can help to cover the medical costs, and ease the pressure on your finances. So, you can focus on helping your cuddly companion get better.
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Our pawsome pals are all unique, so when you’re shopping around for pet insurance, there are a few different cover options available:
This is usually the most expensive but also most popular type of cover, it means your pet is insured over the course of its whole life.
This type of policy insures your pet for a specific time, usually 12 months, to cover accidents or short-term illnesses.
Also known as ‘maximum benefit cover’, per condition policies allocate a fixed amount of money to treat each illness or injury.
This covers vet bills if your pet is injured in an accident. It’s the cheapest type of pet insurance in the short term, but doesn’t cover for illness.
"When choosing a pet insurance plan, factors like your pet’s age and breed will affect what protection you need and how much you will pay. If you are on a per condition policy, you can claim as many times as you need to until the cover is exhausted, however, after this you’ll no longer be able to claim for that specific illness or injury again - even if your pet needs further treatment. Lifetime policies are the preferred option for the majority of pet owners, even though it is the most expensive type of cover, especially with breeds more susceptible to certain illnesses."
- Rose Howarth, head of niche insurance
When you take out a pet insurance policy, some features come as standard, like:
But, insurance companies won’t pay out for everything, so make sure you check the small print to see what the exemptions are, before you take out your policy.
Generally speaking, most insurers won’t cover routine check-ups, pre-existing medical conditions, or behavioural problems.
Pet insurance for a cat younger than five years old costs on average £116 a year. For dogs aged below five expect to pay around £225 a year*.
Insurers may charge you more to spread the cost of your pet insurance in monthly payments so it can often work out cheaper to pay for a policy upfront for the year. The cost of pet insurance will be determined by the policy type but will also vary depending on the type of and breed of your pet, its age and any existing medical conditions.
*51% of customers paid on average £116.40 for a cat aged under five and £225.12 for a dog aged under five. Stickee data, correct as of May 2020.
Here are some money-saving tips to help bring down the cost of cover:
Keep your pet healthy: whether it’s feeding your pet a nutritional diet or keeping on top of its vaccinations, having a healthy pet will help lower your premiums.
Opt for a higher excess: your premium is likely to decrease if you’re willing to pay a higher excess on any claim you make. But keep the excess affordable in case you have to pay it.
Take out multi-pet cover: some insurers offer a discount of 5% - 10% if you insure more than one pet on a single policy.
Pay annually: paying for your policy upfront is usually cheaper as some insurers charge interest on monthly instalments.
It always pays to shop around for cover to see what policies and prices are best suited to your pet and your budget.
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Before picking a pet insurance policy, it’s important to compare those available by using a site such as MoneySuperMarket.
Running a pet insurance comparison means you’ll be able to see personalised quotes for your pet to help you choose the right one for you.
The right pet insurance policy for you might not be the cheapest, as cheaper policies might not provide the full cover you need.
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