Pet Protect is a specialist pet healthcare company that has been insuring UK pets since 1984. By working closely with vets and breeders, they have developed a selection of policies to suit all needs, which is why Pet Protect currently insure over 150,000 cats and dogs in the UK. They can now also insure rabbits, chinchillas and guinea pigs.

Recommended by the British Small Animals Veterinary Association, pet insurance is accepted as the prudent and sensible way to budget for the costs of keeping a pet. With a Pet Protect lifelong cover policy, we can be here to help you, no matter how ill or how old your pet becomes.

Apply on line now and your pet could be insured today.Pet Protect insurance is only available to pet owners living in the United Kingdom.

Pet Protect - FAQ

Why should I insure my pet? - Insuring your pet's healthcare makes sense. Vet bills can be unexpected and very expensive, and there is no NHS for pets. It's good value as well - nearly 45% of policyholders make a claim each year, rising to nearly 60% of policyholders with a pet aged over 8 years old.

How quickly can my pet be insured? - Your pet will be put on cover immediately when you have completed all the online details requested and made payment.

How can I pay? - You can pay for your Pet Protect Insurance monthly or annually online by using your credit card. Alternatively, if you would rather pay by direct debit on a monthly or annual basis, they will be happy to arrange this over the phone for you.

Are there any discounts if I insure more than one pet? - A 10% discount is automatically calculated when 3 or more pets are insured at once. If you currently have any pets insured with us, please call them to arrange cover because you may be eligible for a 10% discount.

What is the difference between Plus and Extra cover for my dog? - Both of these policies give lifelong protection for your dog. Extra offers the most extensive cover available, There is NO death benefit with the Plus policy.

What is the difference between Plus and Extra cover for my cat? - Both of these policies give lifelong protection for your cat. Extra offers the most extensive cover available. There is NO death benefit with the Plus policy.

What animals are covered by the Small Animal policy? - Rabbits, chinchillas and guinea-pigs are covered by the Small Animal policy.

Are there any age limits or restrictions?

Dogs
Cover can start from 8 weeks old and can continue for life except the death from illness benefit (Extra policies only), which ceases at 8 years of age (6 years for specified breeds). New policies can not be accepted for dogs that are already 8 years or over (6 years or over for specified breeds).
Cats
Cover can start from 6 weeks old and can continue for life except the death from illness benefit (Extra policies only), which ceases at 10 years of age. New policies can not be accepted for cats that are already 10 years or over.
Small Animals
Cover can start from 8 weeks old and can continue for life. New policies can not be accepted for rabbits, chinchillas and guinea pigs that are already 6 years or over.

What is covered by the policy?

Veterinary fees including alternative medicines recommended by the vet, and recommended physiotherapy, homeopathy, acupuncture and herbal medicines
Death from illness or accident (Extra policies only)
Recovery costs for a missing pet (Extra policies only)
Boarding kennel and cattery fees should the owner have to go into hospital for more than two days (Cat and Dog policies only)
Loss by theft or straying (Extra policies only)
Holiday cancellation if the holiday is cancelled because the pet needed emergency surgery up to seven days before a holiday (Cat and Dog policies only)
In the case of dogs, third party liability if the dog injures someone or damages their property.
Should you wish to take your pet on holiday and are in compliance with the PETS travel scheme, PetProtect will extend it's cover to protect your pet whilst abroad (Cat and Dog policies only)
All benefits have a specified maximum amount, which is set out in the policy document. Please refer to the Pet Protect Policy for a comprehensive list of what is and isn't covered.

Are there any exclusions?

Routine vaccinations and other preventative treatment or pregnancy are not covered
Illness and loss by theft or straying are not covered until 14 days after the date on the Certificate of Insurance
Some cover may be restricted at the beginning for pets with an existing history of illness
All policies carry a small fixed excess. Please refer to the Pet Protect Policy for a comprehensive list of what is and isn't covered.

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