How does pet insurance work?
How much does it cost? What is a deductible? What’s reimbursement? Let us explain!
Complementary therapies explained
How acupuncture, hydrotherapy, laser treatment and more can help a sick pet
What are pre-existing conditions?
Pre-existing conditions are generally not covered by most pet insurance providers
What is emergency coverage?
Pets can get into all sorts of trouble. Thankfully pet insurance is there to cover emergencies
What are pet insurance waiting periods?
A waiting period is the amount of time you have to wait before coverage starts
Can pet insurance help pay vet bills upfront?
Paw Protect can help! Read all about our plan that lets you pay vet bills upfront by sending the money to your bank account while you’re at the vet!
What are wellness plans?
Wellness plans help cover vaccinations, spay/neuter and even grooming
What is ear-cropping and dewclaw removal?
Ear-cropping and dewclaw removal are harmful and typically unnecessary surgeries
Does pet insurance cover dental health?
Conditions like periodontal disease are nasty. Here’s why dental care is so vital
Does pet insurance cover hip dysplasia?
What hip dysplasia is, how much surgery costs and whether your plan will cover it
Indoor pet insurance for dogs and cats
Why you need to protect indoor pets and choosing the right policy for you
Will pet insurance cover mobility devices?
Mobility device options, what’s typically covered, and the treatment benefits
Are pet allergies covered by pet insurance?
Pets can get allergies just like humans can, but pet insurance can help with treatment
Common pet insurance terms explained
Know your premiums from your pre-existing conditions with our A-Z glossary!
Can I get pet insurance for my service animal?
The lowdown on service animals, related laws and insurance coverage
Should I get my pet spayed or neutered?
Why it’s important and when to do it: advice on one of pet parents’ biggest decisions
How often should I take my pet to the vet?
Super-useful advice on one of the most common pet parent questions!
Is pet insurance good value for money?
We think the answer to that question is a resounding ‘yes’.
Paying a monthly premium to be safe in the knowledge that you can afford treatment for your beloved pet in the event of an accident or illness is a no-brainer. And the great thing about Paw Protect is that we can help you pay covered vet bills upfront.
Say you get a vet bill for $3,000. With most pet insurance plans, you’ll have to pay something towards that, depending what deductible and reimbursement options you’ve chosen, but your plan will still cover a large slice of that. The only downside is that you’ll have to pay the whole lot upfront yourself and then wait to get reimbursed.
The difference with Paw Protect is that when it’s time to pay the vet bill, you can call us and we’ll send you payment immediately to your bank account while you’re still at the vet. All you need to is pay your out-of-pocket costs.
But without pet insurance at all, you’ll have to pay the whole amount.
And vet bills are going up and up every year…
- An X-ray can easily cost $250
- Knee surgery often tops $5,000
- Cancer treatment is usually $10,000+
