Healthy Paws | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 11,403

Healthy Paws Pet Insurance offers one simple plan that covers accidents and illnesses and includes unlimited annual and lifetime payouts. They support hundreds of pet rescues and animal shelters through their Every Quote Gives Hope™ medical grant program. Top-Rated Pet Insurance Plan Official Pet Insurance of PetSmart 24/7 virtual vet care: Through Airvet — the nation’s leading veterinary telehealth app Fast claims: Most claims are processed within 2 days Coverage options with no payout limits & 90% reimbursement
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Derek

They are not longer great after the company changed owners

Healthy Paws used to be great. This is my 10th year with them. But earlier this year, they were sold to Chubb. Ever since they changed ownership, it has been awful! My monthly rate is now over $400 per month for a 10-year-old golden, and they suddenly reduced my 80% coverage down to 70%! In addition, claims that were once easily approved using my Vets invoice are now denied each time. I used to tell all my friends to use Healthy Paws, but I am now going to tell everyone I know to stay away from them. Be warned! Most of the positive reviews are likely from how great Healthy Paws USED TO BE, but now that they were sold to Chubb, THEY ARE HORRIBLE!
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Christine L

After 8 years of paying Healthy Paws…

After 8 years of paying Healthy Paws Pets insurance for my dog (now aged 10), this company does not have respect or courtesy to long time patrons. My dog came from a rescue as a mixed breed. I may have assumed or written down a “chihuahua mix” in paperwork at the veterinary clinic we go to. (Also, chihuahuas are known to live longer lives bc of their size.) After I have reduced coverage to 50% with a $1000 deductible. Used to have 80% coverage with a $500 deductible. I’m still paying almost $100 a month, they send me an email telling me that if my dog is a chihuahua mix that they are increasing my premium and if she’s not, my vet will have to fax them with the proof! I’ve never had a DNA test and I wasn’t about to pay for one just bc they are disrespectful about it and bullying me. Never once in 8 years was there any mention of a problem with my rescue dog’s mixed breed. My dog has been healthy all these years. What a waste of money. Just set aside $50-$100 a month for your pet. Do not waste it on pet insurance with a company that is discriminating pet’s breed and age and try any excuse to increase your premiums. They are very disrespectful. They left me on hold for 30 minutes and when the call dropped they didn’t call back and I waited another 25 minutes. They are the worst!!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Heather Sansone

I’ve had Healthy Paws for about 9 years…

I’ve had Healthy Paws for about 9 years now and I just recently filed my first claim (s) . I found the process to be very easy and efficient. It was reassuring to know that I had insurance during the emergency situation. Even more reassuring to see that they actually come through when needed and they did without any hassles or hold ups.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Darnell Fatigati

Great customer experience

I have used Healthy Paws for insurance for my 2 dogs for over 10 years now and it's an awesome company. The customer experience they provide is excellent! Highly recommend.
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POSTED: | BY: A.Allen

Worst Pet Insurance - Covers NOTHING

Healthy Paws insurance does not cover ANYTHING unless it is an accident. Yearly checkups - nope. Vaccines - Nope. Ear Infections - Nope. My dog's non-emergent surgery - NOPE. They've never paid one dime to me in 10 years, but want to increase rates again and this time, I say NOPE!

Monthly Cost

$15 – $80, depending on breed, zip code, age of pet and choice of deductible and co-pay.

Coverage

One plan covers accidents, illnesses, cancer, emergency care, genetic conditions, alternative care and more. You can choose a co-pay of 10%, 20%, 30% or 40%. The pay-out amount is based on your actual vet bill.

Payout Limits

No per incident, annual or lifetime pay-out limit.

Deductible

You can choose an annual deductible of $250, $500 or $750* *Choice depends on age of the pet

Age Limits

Pets must be at least 8 weeks old and under 14 years old at time of enrollment. Once enrolled, pets can stay insured regardless of age.

Waiting Period

Coverage begins 15 days after your policy starts. There is a 12-month waiting period for hip dysplasia claims.

Exclusions

Pre-existing conditions are not covered. Hereditary and congenital conditions are covered, however hip dysplasia is only covered in pets who enroll before they are 6 years old.
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance was rated the best pet insurance company by customers in 2015, 2016 and 2017 at petinsurancereview.com, Consumersadvocate.org, PetInsuranceQuotes.com and other leading review sites. Healthy Paws has one simple plan that covers accidents and illnesses with no per incident, annual or lifetime payout limits. Their goal is to offer the best coverage possible while still keeping plans affordable. With each pet insurance quote submitted, Healthy Paws makes a donation to one of hundreds of pet rescues and animal shelters through its Every Quote Gives Hope™ medical grant program.

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