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Thursday, September 20, 2007

Health Insurance for Pets

Any pet owner can attest to the costs of treating an ill or injured pet. Hospital boarding alone can rack up the bills – add to that the costs of surgical procedures and customized treatment programs and your financial situation can seem dire. Some pet procedures are even beginning to rival the costs associated with human surgeries, procedures, and treatments. Because of this trend, the issuance of pet health insurance is on the rise.

Like most insurance policies, limitations are placed on pre-existing conditions affecting pets. Therefore, many owners are getting pet insurance to cover their new puppies and kittens. Most of these policies are designed to cover the costs associated with unforeseen accidents or illness.

With some pet health insurance plans, pet owners can be reimbursed if the pet dies, becomes lost, or is stolen. Pet insurance companies are also beginning to offer routine coverage such as vaccinations and annual checkups. Even so, only a handful of policies offer options which actually cover the hospitalization and housing of pets before and after surgeries.

No one wants to think that something unpleasant may befall their pets, but the truth is… it happens. Pet injury or illness can happen at any time; especially when the money for treatment is unavailable. Pet health insurance can ensure that your pet gets the treatment they need when ill or injured.

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