Pets Best | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 14,149

Founded by veterinarian Dr. Jack Stephens, Pets Best insures cats and dogs in every state and has paid nearly $150 million in claims since 2005. is recommended by veterinarians across the U.S. Learn more about Pets Best plan options, read thousands of customer reviews and get a quote so you can make an informed choice about your pet insurance provider.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Sanae Halprin

My dog has been having a kidney problem…

My dog has been having a kidney problem and can't seem to get over. Having this insurance really helped me to provide him with continued care.
1

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: B

I am very disappointed in your…

I am very disappointed in your coverage. My puppy had stopped eating some of his meals, had horrible breath and had most of his baby teeth that would not come out when the adult teeth came in. He needed to have his teeth removed to prevent issues with his adult teeth. You call this routine and choose not to cover it. I’m extremely disappointed and will not renew after this policy ends. It’s a scam to pay for coverage and then have you find every way possible to deny coverage. Lesson learned!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Diane

We weren't sure how pet insurance would…

We weren't sure how pet insurance would work, but we were pleasantly surprised that Pets Best was very thorough and easy to follow through the process. They emailed us along the way as things progressed so we knew they were attending to the issues. Once they verified vet bills and such, and the co-pays were tallied, we got exactly the right insurance payment coming to us. We were impressed. No hassles. Quick and easy!
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Nikki Coleman

Very happy

Very happy so far with my choice to use Pets Best! Claims are easy to submit, and reimbursements come very quickly!
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Leah in CA

claim payments

My prescription claim was paid in just 2 weeks which is a lot slower than many years ago, but much better than the 30 or more days it had been taking for claims to be settled. Hope this is the new trend and may possibly get back to reimbursing in under a week.

Monthly Cost

$6 and up, depending on your chosen plan.

Coverage

Accident and Illness plans with optional reimbursement levels of 70%, 80%, or 90% after the deductible. Flat Rate Accident coverage for $9/month for dogs and $6/month for cats. (Available in most states). Two optional Wellness plans to cover routine care. 24/7 Pet Helpline, powered by whiskerDocs is included on all policies. The pay-out amount is based on your actual vet bill. Reimbursements are sent directly to CareCredit credit card when chosen as your default reimbursement method. Choose to have your eligible claim payment reimbursed directly back to your CareCredit card.

Payout Limits

$5000 -Unlimited annual limit, depending on your chosen plan. Unlimited lifetime limits.

Deductible

$50 – $1,000 annually.

Age Limits

Pet must be at least 7 weeks old to enroll. Pets Best does not restrict coverage or availability for older pets.

Waiting Period

A waiting period refers to the amount of time after enrolling before your pet is eligible for coverage. Waiting periods vary by the type of coverage and start on the effective date of your policy. Once met, waiting periods are waived for continuous, uninterrupted policy renewals. Pets Best offers some of the shortest waiting periods in the industry following the policy effective date. Get a quote for specific information on waiting periods in your state.

Exclusions

Pre-existing conditions are not covered. Elective and preventive procedures are not covered.

Disclosures

Waiting periods, annual deductible, co-insurance, benefit limits, and exclusions may apply. For all terms visit www.petsbest.com/policy. Products, schedules, discounts, and rates may vary and are subject to change. Premiums are based on and may increase or decrease due to the age of your pet, the species or breed of your pet, and your home address.

Pet insurance coverage offered and administered by Pets Best Insurance Services, LLC is underwritten by American Pet Insurance Company (NAIC #12190), a New York insurance company headquartered at 6100 4th Ave. S. Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98108, or Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581), a Delaware insurance company located at 11333 N. Scottsdale Rd. Ste. 160 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 or MS Transverse Insurance Company (NAIC #21075), located at 15 Independence Blvd. Suite 430, Warren, NJ 07059. Pets Best Insurance Services, LLC (NPN #8889658, CA agency #0F37530) is a licensed insurance agency located at 11333 N. Scottsdale Rd. #160 Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Each insurer has sole financial responsibility for its own products. Please refer to your declarations page to determine the underwriter for your policy. Terms and conditions apply. See your policy for details.

Pets Best was founded by veterinarian Dr. Jack Stephens, whose passion for saving pets led him on a mission to provide access to comprehensive, yet affordable, animal healthcare. Pets Best offers pet insurance for dogs and cats in every state and has paid nearly $150 million in claims since 2005. Pets Best is rated 9.6 out of 10 (TrustPilot) and is recommended by veterinarians across the U.S. Built upon a legacy of innovation, it focuses on putting customers first by offering unlimited accident and illness plans, wellness plans, a mobile app, a 24/7 Pet Helpline (powered by whiskerDocs), and more.

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