Insurance review urged for pet owners

Posted : 05-04-2005

Pet owners have been urged to review their pet insurance policies and to scour the market for the best possible deals.

The cost of veterinary treatment is high and rising, making it a necessity for all pet owners. For example Saga estimates that it can cost £1,000 to treat a cat with a broken leg.

Pet owners are encouraged to ensure that their pet insurance policies are comprehensive, covering all veterinary bills and all other eventualities.

"Around 90 per cent of pet insurance claims are for veterinary treatment so it is imperative that owners have adequate cover," said David Pickett, pet insurance manager at Sainsbury's Bank.

"Unfortunately pet owners often only realise their policy's failings when they come to claim. Reviewing your policy and comparing the cover with other products and switching if necessary should be done as soon as possible before it's too late."

When switching providers consumers should ensure that the conditions they have already claimed for are not excluded from their new policy.

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