Healthy Paws | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 10,767

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 No maximum annual or lifetime payouts One easy-to-understand pet insurance policy Most claims are processed within 2 days Use any licensed veterinarian in the U.S. or Canada
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Michael Smith

Healthy Pet Insurance never paid one…

Healthy Pet Insurance never paid one claim that I submitted, and then they more than doubled my rates. You are far better off self-funding your own insurance. Beware.
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: William Paco

BUYER BEWARE - Coverage Drop at Age 7!

Just received my renewal after 10 years of covering our dog since he was a puppy. I've paid the expected rate increases each year. I've held a $250 deductible with 90% reimbursement coverage the entire time. This year my coverage is being unilaterally changed from a $250 deductible to $500 and the company is reducing reimbursement to 70% and of course they are raising my overall premium despite a significant reduction in coverage. After talking to customer service - it sounds like the company the company has made a broad decision that all 7+ year old dogs will no longer be eligible for the coverage limits. While young dogs can still sign up for increased coverage, there is a steep drop as your dog ages. My original thinking was that you select your Pet Insurance while a puppy and keep it consistent. You don't want to have to switch when they get older in case of "preexisting conditions" which create challenges for new coverage. This change backs you into corner. BUYERS PLEASE PROCEED WITH EYES WIDE OPEN. To Healthy Paws -- you used to be such a great and promising company in this space. This is so disappointing. To the leaders, based on my reading reviews, I'm not the first to have this experience. Your lack of honoring those who have invested in your past success - should have consequences.
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Ramona

New Math invented by Healthy Paws

Yes, honest and helpful.... really ? I have purchased insurance from Healthy Paws when my dog was 5.5 years old ( in 2017): I chose 70% company-30% me, and 500$ deductible. I have paid for 7-8 years, never used it. They don't pay regular visits. I took my baby to ER back in January 2025. After a short visit of few hours the final bill was $1000. My deductible was $500, so then they should have paid 70% according with my plan. They said they don't pay the visit ( $250), so I was left with 250$ bill hoping to get 70% which means $175.00... well Healthy Paws invented a new Math and sent me a check of $46. Please be aware they do not cover the percentage they said !!!! For Healthy Paws: I am not interested in your excuses and explanations !! Math is Math: you should post your percentage rule on your site so people are aware of this scam ! I have stopped paying the insurance. My baby is 13.5, still doing good. I have meant to write a review for very long time. I also want to bring to attention the increasing of cost is astronomical !!!! I have read reviews that say the increase was above like 1000 %. They want you to pay , but they always find excuses not to cover !!!!
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Greg

been with healthy paws for over a year…

been with healthy paws for over a year and paying for my pet's coverage. first claim i submit - and they want his medical files going back before he was rescued as a stray over 2 years ago. obviously these don't exist. basically if you have a rescue, there's no coverage. I can't believe I gave them any money. trying to cancel coverage and even that is difficult
5

out of 5

VETERINARIAN: Banfield Pet Hospital

POSTED: | BY: Milly-Ann Clerville

Healthy Paws is the best, hands down

Healthy paws made my dog’s procedure a breeze. Pay out was accurate and quick to receive. I called customer service to ask certain questions before my dogs procedure and staff was very knowledgeable and patient. I definitely recommend.

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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