Links and Resources
Pet Health Insurance
Pet insurance provides for those unexpected, undesirable, and expensive events. We certainly don't like to think of bad things happening to our cats, but relying on good luck poses substantial risk. Pet insurance allows you to plan for any eventuality.
Your doctor or your specialist has an amazing array of options for your cat, but they do carry a price. A medical workup for something as common as kidney failure can start at $400. Major surgery to remove a tumor can cost $2000 plus oncology costs. You should be aware of your options and be financially prepared to take advantage of them.
Yet pet insurance often will not cover a condition if it has been previously diagnosed. Pet insurance is the one thing you can't get when you need it the most. You should therefore enroll proactively, before something happens. Most plans have waiting periods between 10 and 30 days, so enrolling immediately gives you a head start on your pet's coverage.
At the Scottsdale Cat Clinic, we are happy to talk with you further about pet insurance, and provide you with further information. There are a number of companies, each with strengths and weaknesses. Deciding on a provider will have a lot to do with your particular financial goals. We encourage you to speak with us as well as research plans on your own.
Below are three insurance companies we recommend and two independent sites that allow you to compare companies.
