Patsy Bloom and David Simpson founded the Petplan Group in October 1976 when Patsy discovered for herself the high cost of veterinary care. She developed a totally new concept offering private animal health insurance, and Petplan was formed.

Petplan has gone on to become the leader in the pet health insurance industry with a 42% market share and in excess of 500,000 animals insured. Petplan receives over 1000 claims per day and pays out approximately £650,000 each week. In 2000 Petplan's Gross Premium Income will approach £65m.

Petplan was purchased in 1996 by leading insurance group, Cornhill Insurance - the company that has underwritten Petplan's policies since January 1994 and well known through their sponsorship of Test Match Cricket.

The key to Petplan's success is the caring approach to their clients and their specialist knowledge as providers of pet health insurance. The company offers an efficient and effective service and deals with resulting claims quickly - usually within seven working days.

Through their success in the small animal market the company launched Petplan Equine in 1988, and Petplan now lead the field in that market too. Insurance cover is available for every type of horse; from the hard working hack to the top-level competition horse; from the youngster to the veteran.

Advances in veterinary diagnostic and surgical procedures have increased the range of care available to horse owners. This care must come at a price. This is where Petplan Equine steps in to alleviate the financial pressures. Essential third party cover is also provided in light of the growing incidences of aggrieved parties turning to the courts for financial compensation.

Petplan offers an extensive range of products. This includes cover for moggies and mongrels, pedigree cats and dogs, while its specialist Puppy & Kitten cover also insures animals from the moment they leave the breeder. Another level of products includes Boarding Kennel Cover; Third Party Cover; Rabbit Insurance; Show Breeder Cover; Worldwide Transit Cover and Personal Accident insurance.

Petplan - List Of Benefits For Your Dog

Vets Fees
For illness and injury, including hospitalisation, referral and complementary medicines.

Third Party Liability
If your dog causes damage or injury and you are held legally liable.

Boarding Fees
Or homecare with a friend if you are hospitalised for more than 4 days.

Advertising and Reward
If your pet gets lost or stolen, they will pay for local newspaper advertising and a reward.

Death from Injury or Illness
Losing a pet is a great sadness but they will refund the purchase price.

Loss by Theft or Straying
If your pet is not found, despite all efforts, they will refund the purchase price.

Holiday Cancellation Cost
If your pet has urgent surgery or goes missing up to 7 days before or while you are away.

List Of Benefits For Your Cat

Vets Fees
For illness and injury, including hospitalisation, referral and complementary medicines.

Boarding Fees
Or homecare with a friend if you are hospitalised for more than 4 days.

Advertising and Reward
If your pet gets lost or stolen, Petplan will pay for local newspaper advertising and a reward.

Death from Injury or Illness
Losing a pet is a great sadness but Petplan will refund the purchase price.

Loss by Theft or Straying
If your pet is not found, despite all efforts, Petplan will refund the purchase price.

Holiday Cancellation Cost
If your pet has urgent surgery or goes missing up to 7 days before or while you are away

List Of Benefits For Your Rabbit

Vets Fees
For illness and injury, including hospitalisation, referral and complementary medicines.

Boarding Bees
Or homecare with a friend if you are hospitalised for more than 4 days.

Advertising and Reward
If your pet gets lost or stolen, Petplan will pay for local newspaper advertising and a reward.

Computer House,
Great West Road,
Brentford,
Middlesex
TW8 9DX

http://www.petplan.co.uk