Pets Best | Pet Insurance Review

4.9

out of 5

Number of reviews 14,169

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: Sarah Rideout

Pet’s Best is Peace of Mind

Pet’s Best has been a very good experience for me. My claims are paid and if they aren’t the reason is made clear. Sometimes it takes several weeks for a claim to be paid but that is made clear when you file it. Customer service reps are always helpful friendly and professional.
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Lillian T

Very good coverage and affordable plan

Very good coverage and affordable plan. It's easy to file to a claim. Only con is processing times are 1-2 months long, so by the time a claim is processed you will have to log in again and check back to recall what you've filed. User interface could be a bit better since you'll need to click around more to find a claim you're trying to look for.
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Joel B

Pets Best is the BEST pet insurance

Pets Best is the BEST pet insurance. 11 months after I adopted my dog she was diagnosed with cancer, and just like human insurance, they covered all the costs except for the deductible and copays. Compared to other insurers, they had the best coverage and I'm glad I selected Pets Best.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: RussDud

Easy and Quick Claims Process

We’ve never used our Pets Best insurance but our dog torn her ACL and needed surgery. The claims process was extremely easy and was processed in less than a week. Great experience - except for the part about the dog tearing her ACL of course!
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Jeff Lowery

Processing my 2 claims and receiving…

Processing my 2 claims and receiving the direct deposit were slow, particularly the first claim dated 10/23/2022, but overall impressed. Both claims were 'spot on' and hasslefree.

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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