Payment Experience
Read pet owners’ reviews on payment experiences with pet insurance companies. Learn how easy it is to pay premiums, manage billing, and whether payments are processed smoothly and transparently.
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Easier Than I Could Have Imagined
My first time making a claim, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I feared it was going to be a long, complicated process. I was worried it would take forever and involve talking on the phone. I couldn't have been more wrong. The process was as simple as indicating where my cat received his care and uploading photos of my itemized bills. The whole process took maybe 5 minutes on my phone. A few days later, I got an approval email that was just as detailed as the itemized vet bill so I knew exactly how they came to the decision. It definitely made what was a stressful time emotionally and financially so much better.
Worst investment!
This company basically just steals your money every month for the premium and denies any claims you make, regardless of what they are. My dog had an ear infection, a fluke accident, and they denied the claim because they said it was a pre-existing condition. I don't understand how an ear infection is a pre-existing condition and even had my vet write a letter stating the exact cause of the ear infection and how it just happens in dogs from time to time, it wasn't caused by anything he's ever had previously and they denied both my appeal forms. They are greedy, won't pay for anything, and make the entire process horrible. There is no one to even call about discussing a denied claim, their call center doesn't know anything and can't give you any information as to the reasoning for the denial. They said there is no way to contact the appeals team directly which is just ridiculous. Do not get insurance with them, they deny everything and do not care about your pets, just making money off of you.
Insurer: Pets Best
By: Ryle
Failed to Collect Premium Then Cancelled Policy
PetWatch24 transferred my policy to Hartville, telling me I did not need to do anything, and the policy and billing would continue. All of my details were transferred to Hartville including bank card details for payment. They failed to take the payment in January, and then contacted me by post to tell me my policy was cancelled. No email or phone call, but snail mail only. They did email me on Saturday 8 Feb, telling me coverage ceases on 10 Feb, but of course their phone lines are closed over the weekend. When I finally received the letter on Feb 8 (it took two weeks), I looked on the policy page to see no pet listed and no policy. When I called Hartville on Feb 11, they said they would see if the policy could be reinstated and would call me back. They didn't call, but DID take the premium for both January and February on February 12! When I called to ask why, they informed me that there could not be a lapse in coverage so they took January's money too! Even though my policy was not in effect and had been "cancelled". You can bet that if I had made a claim in January, they would have denied it. Their only alternate option was to restart the policy (Which was cancelled due to their error), and suffer a 14 day lapse in coverage. They refused to refund the payment for the month which was cancelled, and said it was state law, but would not provide me with that state law. They also said they emailed me on Jan 20 to notify me of the cancellation, but could not forward me that email either. They refused any goodwill payment to make up for THEIR ERROR. So I will be looking for alternate coverage, and advise everyone to stay away from Hartville - they certainly strive to maintain the poor reputation of insurance companies! I would not guarantee that they would pay out even if I was covered!
Insurer: Hartville
By: Nigel
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The exact same thing happened to me! I just got off the phone with them and I am LIVID!! All I got was an email stating that the policy was cancelled. No email or letters prior as they claimed. Also told me that they were unable to do anything even though my cat has a pre-existing condition. They also offered for me to enroll in a new claim and just kept taking me in circles. I hate that 24 pet watch has subjected us to this garbage
I also am disappointed that 24 PetWatch has subjected its customers to thus absolutely heartless and deceiving company. I just had a terrible experience unfold today. And in reading all of these reviews, I am not alone in how I was treated. I am going to post my review but a waiting on some further information… and then I got lost in reading all of these bad reviews, which I can totally relate to. We should all get together and file a class action lawsuit against this company.
Scammy behavior when you need help
I’ve been with pets best for years without filing claims. 2 years ago I filed a claim when my dog got an auto immune disease. Not only did they fight me every step of the way to get reimbursed but now they double the monthly cost every year. It takes months to get reimbursement and now I’m stuck paying either $300/month for one dog who is generally healthy or cancelling altogether. They seem great at first but like all insurance companies, in the end all they want is a profit without having to pay out.
Insurer: Pets Best
By: Laura
How is this legal?
After eight years as a Pets Plus Us customer, I'm incredibly disappointed with the recent changes and lack of communication I've experienced. What started as a reliable insurance provider for my furry friend has transformed into a frustrating and potentially predatory service. The initial shock came when I noticed a premium didn't come out of my bank account. Upon calling Pets Plus Us, I was informed that my policy was discontinued and I hadn't opted into their new coverage. The problem? I never received any notification of this significant change. This lack of communication alone is unacceptable for a long-standing customer. However, the real issue lies in the details of the new plan. I was offered a policy with drastically reduced coverage – a drop from $5000 per incident to a mere $3000 annually total. This represents a massive decrease in protection for my pet. To add insult to injury, this downgraded coverage comes at a higher price, nearly $30 more per month than my previous policy. When I raised my concerns with Pets Plus Us, I was essentially told that this severely limited plan was my only option. Furthermore, they informed me that if I chose to explore other plans or insurance providers with better coverage, any prior vet visits – even for common issues like vomiting or accidental ingestion – would be considered pre-existing conditions. This is a blatant attempt to strong-arm loyal customers into accepting a subpar product with significantly reduced benefits. This tactic feels incredibly disingenuous and borderline unethical. To penalize customers for exploring better options after unilaterally changing their policy is a terrible practice. It leaves me questioning the integrity of the company and its commitment to its customers. My loyalty of eight years has been met with a complete lack of transparency, a significant reduction in coverage, and thinly veiled threats. While I understand that companies can change their policies, the way Pets Plus Us has handled this transition is deeply concerning. I'm left wondering how this is even legal, and more importantly, I'm incredibly disappointed that this is how Pets Plus Us treats its long-standing customers. Be warned: what appears to be a reliable and trustworthy insurance provider can quickly become a source of frustration and financial burden. I highly recommend carefully reviewing your policy and exploring all available options before committing to Pets Plus Us.
Insurer: Pets Plus Us
By: Jonathan
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Experienced the same thing and am so sorry to hear this happened to you as well!
Quick and Easy claims
I thought submitting claims might be a hassle but it wasn't. I took a picture of my itemized invoice. I got reimbursed to my care credit card about 2 business days later. That simple! I would definitely recommend Pet's Best insurance.
Insurer: Pets Best
By: Victoria
new puppy
A new 10 week old puppy and my first experience with pet insurance. New puppy well exam and started required shots. This was affordable and so very easy to submit claims. I received my reimbursement within the timeframe stated,
Insurer: Pets Best
By: Donna
Don't use Trupanion
I completely agree with the other 1-star reviews. This company is nearly impossible to reach. I've spent over an hour just waiting on hold to speak with someone. While they offer a callback option, it’s not much help—you’re still stuck waiting since you don’t want to miss their call and start the process all over again. To make matters worse, they mishandled my cancellation and only issued a partial refund. The good news? There are other companies that offer better service at a lower price. I highly recommend looking elsewhere.
Insurer: Trupanion
By: Lauren
Terrible company
This is the worse insurance company I've ever had. They have terrible customer service, they take months to give you your money back from a claim and won't cancel you when you ask them to. I was fed up with their terrible customer service, and waiting months to get my claim money back, so I asked them on the phone in January to cancel my policy. They said they would and they sent me an email to submit a cancellation request. I filled it out and sent it back. In February I was charged $80 for my policy that should have already been cancelled. I call in to ask about it and the lady says, " Oh yeah that's so weird. It looks like that policy was cancelled but a new one was opened and that's why you were charged this month." I told her I cancelled my policy completely with y'all and nothing should be active. I never opened a new one. She said " I will make sure everything is cancelled and we will refund you that money." So they sent me another cancellation request email to fill out and I did. I've been waiting 5 days now to get money that was taken from me without approval. Which made me negative in my bank account because I didn't have $80 to spend in the first place. These people will be rude to you on the phone, not cancel your policy when you ask them to, not give you your money back for a claim until months later, and steal money from you without consent. Terrible company, terrible insurance, terrible customer service. 0 out of 10. Would not recommend to anyone. This company only cares about money, not you.
Such a relief!
Vet bills stack up fast. Last year I lost my other cat, and the last thing I wanted to worry about during that time was the bills. This year my other cat got sick, and knowing I was covered just took so much of that extra stress off so I could focus on the important stuff. Submitting my claim in the app was super quick and easy, it was approved faster than I expected, and the explanation of benefits left me with no questions. This was my best Grownup Decision yet! By the way, go for the higher premium. $60 a month for a $250 deductible is absolutely the move. I hit my deductible as soon as the doctor ordered labs. 100% worth it.