Saturday, 6 July 2013

Do Not Rush Into Pet Health Insurance

By Jay Beckner


Pet health insurance may give you peace of mind but it can also be quite expensive. Veterinary expenses have risen about ten percent per annum over the last few decades. There are now very complex and sophisticated treatments available for injured or diseased pets. Instead of putting an animal to sleep thousands may be spent on its recovery.

Unfortunately the cost of saving the animal's life can be very expensive. Blood tests, MRIs, X-rays and hospitalisation may cost thousands of dollars. Animals with some forms of cancer may be kept comfortable for years but perhaps only at great expense.

The cost of policies should be compared. Be sure that the plan you choose gives you the cover you are looking for. To estimate an reasonable price, divide your annual veterinary fees by twelve to arrive at a monthly figure. You will then have some idea of the monthly fees you should be prepared to pay for a policy.

It is important to know exactly what is covered in a potential policy. Cancer treatments, pre-existing conditions, accidents, surgery and dental care may or may not be covered. Some policies will not cover adrenal gland diseases in ferrets because so many suffer from the condition.

Find out the percentage of costs that will be reimbursed. If some items are not covered, try to estimate what these extras might cost you. Your policy may or may not cover all large unforeseen expenses.

Pet health insurance might be highly desirable if you own a high-risk pet. An example would be a cat that is continually scrapping with other neighbourhood cats, thus running the risk of catching an infectious disease. Outdoor cats are more prone to automotive accidents.

To find relevant organisations, contact a broker or ask at your veterinary practice. They are bound to have had experience with several different companies. Some people believe that establishing a fund and contributing to it regularly is just as effective as pet health insurance. Each person's decision will vary according to their circumstances.




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