I'm a believer
When I first started looking into pet insurance I was very leery of the whole concept. I calculated the cost of raising a dog over an average life span and thought that perhaps the benefits of pet insurance might not outweightinsurance cost per lifetime of my pet. I am definitely one of those people that tend to think nothing would or could possibly happen to my pet, I'm responsible, he's a house dog, etc. After speaking with several old hadn pet owners (friends, my parents, friends of friends)I decided to bite the bullet. In less than a year it proved to be very helpful. My little 15 lb Ace got a cat tail stuck waaaay down his ear canal while bounding through a field with weeds twice as tall as he is. The removal cost me about $325, after submitting my claim, Trupanion reimbursed me 90% in 2 days!!! I was expecting a week. I am very pleased with the concept that they will reimburse for illness and injury and not for the cost of services you would normally incur. After all, if you didn't have it, it would cost you the same. Lastly, i want to mention that their customer service and responce time is really admirable. Typically, the online chat is friendly, quick and polite. All of my emailed inquiries were answered in a day.
- INSURER:
Trupanion
- POSTED: 06/30/2010
- BY: Janelle
- BREED: Terrier Mix
- AGE OF PET: 7 - 10
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I'm a believer
When I first started looking into pet insurance I was very leery of the whole concept. I calculated the cost of raising a dog over an average life span and thought that perhaps the benefits of pet insurance might not outweightinsurance cost per lifetime of my pet. I am definitely one of those people that tend to think nothing would or could possibly happen to my pet, I'm responsible, he's a house dog, etc. After speaking with several old hadn pet owners (friends, my parents, friends of friends)I decided to bite the bullet. In less than a year it proved to be very helpful. My little 15 lb Ace got a cat tail stuck waaaay down his ear canal while bounding through a field with weeds twice as tall as he is. The removal cost me about $325, after submitting my claim, Trupanion reimbursed me 90% in 2 days!!! I was expecting a week. I am very pleased with the concept that they will reimburse for illness and injury and not for the cost of services you would normally incur. After all, if you didn't have it, it would cost you the same. Lastly, i want to mention that their customer service and responce time is really admirable. Typically, the online chat is friendly, quick and polite. All of my emailed inquiries were answered in a day.
- INSURER:
Trupanion Canada
- POSTED: 06/30/2010
- BY: Janelle
- BREED: Terrier Mix
- AGE OF PET: 7 - 10
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Pets Best
I am very pleased with the processing of Cleo's wellness claims and look forward to keeping this insurnce for many years to come.
- INSURER:
Pets Best
- POSTED: 06/30/2010
- BY: Lynelle
- BREED:
- AGE OF PET: 0 - 3
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ASPCA provides good service
I've had ASPCA pet insurance for several years. I've used it for two claims and in both situations they provided timely claims processing and payment. When I've called them, they are very nice on the phone and helpful. I think it's reassuring to have this coverage in the event that one of my cats has a serious condition that I might not otherwise be able to have treated. I wish they covered more preventative service (i.e., dental cleaning), but that's my only complaint.
- INSURER:
ASPCA
- POSTED: 06/30/2010
- BY: Sara
- BREED: Tonkinese
- AGE OF PET: Over 11 years
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quick and easy
wellness claim paid and direct deposited in days
- INSURER:
Embrace
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Jim
- BREED: Mastiff
- AGE OF PET: 7 - 10
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Quick, Easy Review & Approval
Embrace is the first pet insurance I've used ... although I've had dogs for many years. They're proving to be fast, polite and accurate. Thus far, I've only had one claim, that they quickly approved against my deductible. It seems they're straightforward and professional.
Alan
- INSURER:
Embrace
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Alan
- BREED: Great Dane
- AGE OF PET: 0 - 3
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Gives me peace of mind
When our puppy, Trixie, a beagle-bulldog mix, started vomiting each morning and intermittently throughout the day, we worried that she might have eaten something poisonous. Our vet was able to rule that out with a blood test, but she feared a blockage -- Trixie has a history of "dietary indiscretions," (her beagle half just loves to chew on twigs and leaves). An X-ray was inconclusive because our dog had already lost so much weight, so we were referred to an animal hospital for an ultrasound. When that showed no mass of leaves or stuffing from a toy, the doctors were able to give her medicine to calm her stomach and also subcutaneous liquids to keep her hydrated.
It took a week of medicine and a bland food diet, but Trixie recovered and started to put weight back on. The bills totalled $1400 but Trupanion reimbursed us for nearly $900. It was a huge comfort to have pet health insurance when the puppy that we've come to love was facing an unknown illness.
- INSURER:
Trupanion Canada
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Jim
- BREED: Mixed Breed
- AGE OF PET: 0 - 3
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Gives me peace of mind
When our puppy, Trixie, a beagle-bulldog mix, started vomiting each morning and intermittently throughout the day, we worried that she might have eaten something poisonous. Our vet was able to rule that out with a blood test, but she feared a blockage -- Trixie has a history of "dietary indiscretions," (her beagle half just loves to chew on twigs and leaves). An X-ray was inconclusive because our dog had already lost so much weight, so we were referred to an animal hospital for an ultrasound. When that showed no mass of leaves or stuffing from a toy, the doctors were able to give her medicine to calm her stomach and also subcutaneous liquids to keep her hydrated.
It took a week of medicine and a bland food diet, but Trixie recovered and started to put weight back on. The bills totalled $1400 but Trupanion reimbursed us for nearly $900. It was a huge comfort to have pet health insurance when the puppy that we've come to love was facing an unknown illness.
- INSURER:
Trupanion
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Jim
- BREED: Mixed Breed
- AGE OF PET: 0 - 3
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Great Insurance Coverage
I have been with Petshealth for over 3 years. I have two Bichons insured. The insurance has been great and the claims have been paid in a very timely manner. I find the insurance (after review of others) to be priced well, what is covered to be in line with others, and the customer service has been #1 for me. Several times I have rec'd calls to see how my "little one" is doing following a claim.
- INSURER:
ASPCA
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Rhonda
- BREED: Bichon Frise
- AGE OF PET: 7 - 10
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Best pet insurance found during my research
I am an enrolled veterinary student and animal lover that has been researching pet insurance and between reviews online, talking to current customers, and my own comparisons Trupanion has the most to offer with reliable service.I would definitly recommend your company.
- INSURER:
Trupanion Canada
- POSTED: 06/29/2010
- BY: Margaret
- BREED: Mixed Breed
- AGE OF PET: 7 - 10
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