Who knows a GOOD Pet Health Insurance company?
June 26, 2010 by healthyp
Filed under Dog Training
My Bulldog has had some hind leg problems and I want to buy coverage before more problems develope.
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Most pet insurances are the same as ones for humans, they will not cover pre-existing conditions. VIP pet insurance is a reputable one, but I’m not sure exactly what and how much they cover.
I’ve always recommended taking the money you’d pay each month for insurance and put it in a savings account, this way, chances are when your pet gets ill, you’ll have the money to cover it.
Check out VIP and good luck!
I have VPI, Veterinary Pet Insurance. It has been very helpful for one of my dogs, who has had many health issues over the past several years. It does not pay all the costs, but it helps with just about everything. There is a $50 deductible per illness. They have limits and so you will pay the difference out of pocket. How much you pay out of pocket depends on how expensive your vet is. I have the Premium coverage and would recommend that.
In my experience, most vets want their money at the time of service, are not willing to reduce costs of take payments. My vets demand payment at the time of service, then VPI reimburses me for at least part of the costs. If you have a more agreeable vet, you can have the insurance paid directly to them and then pay the balance later.
I wouldn’t be without it! You never know when you will need it.
My one dog has cost a fortune in vet bills and it has been very helpful to have the insurance. Additionally, I am finding that when faced with long term medications, I can save money by searching the web for sources other than my vet’s office.