Pets can be full of surprises-so their insurance coverage shouldn’t be. That’s why Trupanion is dedicated to helping pets we love get the care they need. They’ve been around for more than 20 years, making them experts and setting standards for the industry. One perk of this, and what they pride themselves on, is the amount they pay out to pet owners for each claim. Paying out more on the dollar than any other pet insurance provider. To date they have paid out $2 Billion in claims and have insured nearly 1 million pets.
Trupanion pets lead longer happier lives.1 Pets insured with Trupanion lived longer than pets without Trupanion because pet parents didn’t have to worry about the cost of the care their pet needed. Depending on the plan Trupanion covers up to 90% of eligible expenses, has unlimited payouts-always, and can pay your vet bill, within seconds, at time of checkout, so all you pay is your portion (anything not covered by Trupanion). They have transformed the way pet insurance handles claims by eliminating the reimbursement process.
To put it simply, there is a reason why 98.7% of Trupanion members stay enrolled every month.
1 Based on a November 2020 internal study analyzing third party hospital claims data comparing pets insured with a Trupanion policy to pets without a Trupanion policy.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Policy details vary by state, please review your states policy for full coverage details. Not all veterinarians accept direct payment. Ask your veterinarian about Trupanion Vet Direct Pay.
Underwritten in Canada by Omega General Insurance Company and in the United States by American Pet Insurance Company and ZPIC Insurance Company, 6100-4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108. Administered in Canada by Canada Pet Health Insurance Services, Inc. dba trupanion and in the United States by Trupanion Managers USA, Inc. (CA license No. 0G22803, NPN 9588590). Please visit AmericanPetInsurance.com to review all available pet health insurance products.
Source: Survey commissioned by dvm360, from April 19-June 9, 2022
We had to go to an emergency hospital over the weekend and my dog needed surgery. The hospital submitted a request for authorization at 11pm on a Saturday night, which was approved within 2 hours. My dog had surgery the next morning. I didn't have to do a thing!!
Trupanion used to be a great company, but over the last couple of years, it’s completely changed, and not for the better. I would go as far as saying this company seems like a total scam these days.
I’ve had between 5 and 9 animals insured with them at any given time for the past six years, so I’m not new to this. The premiums have steadily increased across the board, even for puppies I insured early with “locked-in” rates and no pre-existing conditions. I understand prices go up, but the increases have been steep and hard to justify.
What’s really pushed me to write this review, though, is the experience I’ve had recently with one of my cats who’s been seriously ill. Over the last few months, I’ve submitted more than 20 claims related to the same illness, and most of them have either gone unanswered or been categorized in a way that requires me to meet a new deductible each time. This particular cat has a $1,000 deductible, and by constantly splitting his ongoing care into separate issues, Trupanion has effectively avoided covering the majority of his treatment.
Even worse, some of these claims were denied for “missing information” despite the fact that I submitted every piece of documentation they requested—doctor’s notes, receipts, timestamps, everything. I followed up multiple times after resending the materials and still heard nothing back. At this point, I’ve received responses to maybe 5 of the claims I’ve submitted, and only a few have been paid out—neither for amounts that come close to what I’ve spent trying to keep my (young) cat alive and comfortable.
This isn’t just a case of slow service. It feels like they’re actively avoiding payouts. For a company that used to be known for reliability and compassion, it’s been a shocking shift. I run a large animal rescue and used to recommend Trupanion to adopters and friends all the time. I’ve completely stopped doing that. I don’t know if there’s been a change in ownership or internal policy, but something is definitely wrong.
After paying steadily rising premiums for years and only needing help now with one seriously ill animal, it’s heartbreaking to be left without support. I wouldn’t wish this experience on anyone, and I can’t in good conscience recommend Trupanion anymore.
You nickle and dime your customers - even long-term customers yet raise our rates every year blaming it on veterinary charges going up. This is a joke and a scam
Your monthly premium is determined by multiple factors including your pet’s species, gender, breed, age, zip code, and the deductible amount you choose if your policy allows.
Coverage
Depending on your plan, the Trupanion policy pays up to 100% of your vet bill for all eligible expenses. There are unlimited payout limits, always and Trupanion will never increase or cancel your coverage because of claims you submit. Coverage includes new accidents and illnesses, hereditary, congenital, and chronic conditions, diagnostic tests, hospital stays, and much more. Trupanion prides itself on paying out more on the dollar than any other provider and has paid out nearly $2 billion in claims to date.
Payout Limits
The Trupanion policy* has no payout limits, so whether your pet needs one quick visit or a lifetime of care, your coverage won’t quit.
That can mean a big difference if your pet develops a chronic condition requiring extended care like allergies, diabetes, or even cancer.
Deductible
If your Trupanion policy has a deductible, you can customize it to fit your budget. You can choose from $50 to $1,000 in increments of $5, or choose to have no deductible at all. Trupanion deductibles are per-condition and good for the life of your pet. That means no annual resets-once a deductible is met, you never have to pay the deductible for that condition again.
Age Limits
All new pets can enroll from birth until their 14th birthday. Once your pet is enrolled, they can be enrolled for life
Waiting Period
Waiting periods vary by state. Please see your states policy for full coverage details.
However, other providers may have additional waiting periods for congenital conditions like hip dysplasia, Trupanion does not.
Exclusions
Trupanion was developed to protect you and your pet from unexpected illnesses and injuries. That means we don’t cover “predictable” care costs that you can plan ahead for, like:
Examination fees
Wellness and preventive care
Elective, or cosmetic procedures
Sales tax, where applicable
Like many other pet insurance providers, Trupanion does not cover pre-existing conditions. Whichever insurer you choose, it pays to enroll early!
* Terms and Conditions apply. Coverage may vary by state. Not all veterinarians accept direct payment. Ask your veterinarian about Trupanion Vet Direct Pay.
Underwritten in Canada by Omega General Insurance Company and GPIC Insurance Company and in the United States by American Pet Insurance Company and ZPIC Insurance Company, 6100-4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108. Please visit AmericanPetInsurance.com to review all available pet health insurance products.
Trupanion was founded in 2000 with the goal to help pet owners plan for the unexpected and take the cost out of the care equation. They believe that the pets—and the veterinary professionals who help them—deserve better. That’s why Trupanion is a proud member of the North American Pet Health Insurance Association.
We’re committed to sharing industry data, supporting animal welfare organizations, and working with federal and state regulators to help more pets get better care.
Our members know we’re ahead of the pack, because there’s pet insurance—then there’s Trupanion:
24/7/365 Member Support—yes, even on holidays
20+ years of experience
Nearly $2 Billion paid in claims
Over 800,000 pets protected
Unlimited Payouts
The only provider that can pay your veterinarian directly at checkout*
Accepted everywhere in the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Australia
* At participating hospitals
