Supervet Professor Noel Fitzpatrick on why cheap pet insurance can cost you more in the long run


I always advise families to think about the policy they are buying in terms of its value over many years rather than looking for a short-term ‘deal’. Yes, cheap policies exist. But it’s not uncommon for these premiums to increase dramatically when a family makes a claim. Furthermore, because it’s hard to switch, people can become trapped in the policy – so what seemed like cheap insurance in the beginning becomes more expensive in the long run.
Asking the right questions to compare the veterinary care the policy covers is the key to making sure your pet is able to access the best long-term veterinary care – and you are protected from being trapped in a policy that charges you more if you claim.
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