Why do I need pet insurance?

Did you know that in an average year, one pet in three will require veterinary treatment for accidents or illness. In fact you are three times more likely to claim on your pet insurance that on your household or motor policies!

As treatments improve they become more complex and sophisticated and costs can become a limiting factor in treatment. A good pet insurance policy will alleviate this problem.

We all know that traumatic surgical events (such as accidents involving broken bones) can be very expensive to treat, however, this is also so for many common medical conditions such as deep seated skin and ear infections, heart failure, kidney problems, arthritis and diabetes mellitus. (Click here for examples of claims)

With pet insurance you have the peace of mind that should your pet become ill, he or she can have the treatment they require, without compromise, and without you having to worry about the cost of the treatment.

An additional benefit of pet insurance is third party cover. Should your dog or cat cause a road traffic accident, you could be held liable for the actions of our pet. In this situation, pet insurance should cover both the treatment of your dog and any third party claims - which can be very considerable on occasions.

If you would like further information on the benefits of insuring your pet, please ask any member of our practice staff. Don't take the risk, insure your pet today.