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The Puppy Guide >> Getting A Puppy >> Pet Insurance
Pet Insurance
Insurance for pets has become increasingly popular with pet owners in recent years. Premiums can typically cost from as little as £5 per month, and can cover costs such as vet bills, public liability cover, accidental death and loss of your animal.
With one on three pets needing veterinary treatment every year, pet insurance gives you peace of mind and cuts out the worry of how you might afford the vet bills.
Most health insurance policies can start when the animal is around 6 to 8 weeks old. You can usually get a discount for insuring more than one pet with the same provider.
Some insurance companies may charge a premium in certain circumstances, for example when trying to insure an older pet for the first time, or one that has existing conditions or breed related problems.
Make sure you shop around to get the cheapest pet insurance to suit you. For animals such as cats and dogs there are a number of insurance providers to choose from. For less common pets such as lizards, snakes and tarantulas it is often better to find specialist insurers.
Pet Insurance works in much the same way as car insurance. Routine check ups, vaccinations etc. are not normally included, but accidents, illness and death will usually be covered.
Always check the details of any pet insurance policy carefully to check it covers all you need it to. If you need any clarification be sure to contact the insurance provider.
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