Best Pet Insurance

Unfortunately, there's no NHS for our furry friends, so we have to pay for their medical care and treatment. Vet care can be quite expensive, but having pet insurance means you can get financial support to cover bills, treatment and medication, which would otherwise be unaffordable.

Pet insurance works in a similar way to private health insurance for humans. You'll pay a premium to your provider to help cover the cost of vet bills for approved claims in the event of illness or injury.

Most pet insurers don't cover vaccinations, neutering or spaying, because they're routine or preventive treatments. Some policies will require you to keep up with pet vaccinations, as they may not cover the cost if your pet falls ill with something that could have been prevented with inoculation. It's worth comparing pet insurance policies, as some offer optional wellness add-ons to cover non-essential treatments.