Pets Best | Pet Insurance Review

4.3

out of 5

Number of reviews 14,121

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: Craig Blum

I’ve had nothing but a good experience…

I’ve had nothing but a good experience with Pets Best. My dog recently went into Bloat and needed immediate hospitalization and surgery. The estimate was $9-14k and I was able to make the decision instantly knowing they had my (and his) back. The claim paid out as expected and my boy is home with us. I absolutely recommend to everyone.
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2

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Eric W

Be prepared for lonnnnggggg delayyyyysss

For starters, I've been with PB now for over 3 years, this is a systemic problem! I recently submitted a claim for my dogs ongoing internal inflammation treatment. While Pets Best's policy coverage is straightforward and the premiums are reasonable, the claim processing time is a major problem. It takes an average of 2-3 weeks (or up to 2 months in some cases) for reimbursement, even when all documentation clearly outlines that the claims stem from one condition. My friends with other providers like Healthy Paws get paid out in as little as 24=48 hours after approval, or Lemonade in 24-48 hours—that's the kind of efficiency Pets Best needs to adopt to stay competitive. Overall, 2 stars; great potential, but the slow turnaround is unacceptable for pet parents dealing with urgent health issues
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5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Joan Hamm

Filing a claim is a snap

Filing a claim is a snap, whether being done by the patients "mom" or by the vet. The claim was processed quickly, and I felt especially good back in the day when I had a sick kitty and we had an ice storm that kept our vet from opening that week. The substitute vet was great, in fact the vet filed the insurance claim for me and payment was made within one week of our visit. Splendid service, well worth the premium.
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5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Amy Hess

excellent service

The few times that I've had to submit a claim for vet bills, for my dog I've not had to worry about if the claim would be excepted or not. It might take a little bit before im notified of the outcome, but that's ok because I receive notifications that they are looking into my claim. It's not fun having to take your pet to the veterinarian for issues but its nice to know that this company is there to help with the bills. Being able to be there for your pet when they are having issues and not having to worry about the bills is a wonderful thing. As always I'm very pleased with this company and would recommend to everyone! Thank you for being there for our pets.
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3

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Susan

Rising rates , slowing response time

Have 2 dogs insured. Both take monthly meds. One claim gets paid almost immediately while the other consistently takes up to a month. She’s been on the same med since before she turned 1. She is now 4. Nothing new. At the point the yearly rates are increasing, by next year it will probably be too costly to keep insurance. Will have to weigh it out.
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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.

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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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