Comments on: Why Pet Insurance is Important

By: Robert Sleeter

Robert Sleeter — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 03:04:30 +0000

I too keep a blog about finding the best pet insurance. I’m glad to see there are others out there like me that find it truly an important part of pet ownership. I just think what it would feel like if I had to sacrifice the best care for my dog or cats simply due to cost… that would be tragic!

Robert Sleeter

By: Dennis gray

Dennis gray — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 02:06:32 +0000

There is an alternative to pet insurance.It is called Pet assure.You receive 25% off all medical services each and every time you visit a vet.You will also receive savings on pet services such as boarding,grooming,training etec.Pet Assure is provided through a company called integrity first international and it provides discounts for all your family needs

By: Benjamin

Benjamin — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 01:07:44 +0000

There was an article a few days ago about how advances in pet care have made possible lifesaving procedures that before wouldn’t have been possible.

Of course the problem is pet owners (especially now) cannot afford to pay for the procedures causing significantly more guilt then they should endure.

Pet insurance is available as you say, but I’ve yet to find any that are not complete rip offs. You would do better to set aside what the premiums would cost you per month into a seperate savings account and use that money to cover bills.

As part of our emergency fund we have allocated a certain dollar amount that my family has agreed on (i will not mention the amount)to be used for a pet emergency surgery.

It is a good idea to have this discussion with your family before a major medical issue happens with your pet.

My brother in law had a good experience with “care credit” which offers loans for pet care, but going into debt for a pet in these troubled times may not be in the best interest of your family long term.

Just my two cents!