Pets Best | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 14,751

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: Jess S.

I submitted my first claim with Pets…

I submitted my first claim with Pets Best and was very please with my experience! Pets Best makes it very easy to submit a claim but simply taking a picture of the invoice and uploading it online. I didn’t realize how much of the services they would actually reimburse so I was grateful to see they covered basically the entire visit for my puppy! I’m looking forward to utilizing Pets Best for ongoing services.
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: bc

Claim process took long, but otherwise OK

My cat was having trouble breathing last year. Took her to the vet and they diagnosed her with congestive heart failure. Since I have insurance, I decided to give her a chance and let the vet do an emergency procedure. That and the hospitalization at the heart specialist was over $3,000 total. We submitted the claims right away, but it took PetsBest over a month to process it. During that month I had to bring my cat back in for more follow-ups and procedures. Not having an approved first claim did make me feel uneasy about swiping my credit card for the visits. That being said, after the first claim went through, all subsequent claims were approved within a week. The amount they reimbursed me was how much I was expecting as well.
2

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Mom

Very disappointed in the long run :(

When I initi8ally started with Pet's Best back in 2014 with my first dog, they were wonderful. 2nd dog, not so wonderful :( Got to the point, at 6 years old,, they wanted nearly $2000 for $5000 in coverage. With my pups at 1 year old the price was comparable to my former 5 year old. We've since canceled all policies and went with a new insurer in 2020.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Janet Michaluk

Great experience!

Had an easy and seamless experience 😊
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Joyce

Making a claim is quick & easy.

I am grateful for Pets Best efficiency, great website, easy to file a claim - Pets Best is truly the best.

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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