Is pet insurance really worth it?

I have two dogs and a cat, and normal vet bills can really add up. Just wondering if pet insurance was really worth it.

Thanks!
Thanks so much for all the advise, especially about the wellness plans. They are exactly what I am looking for.




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I think it is sad enough pet owner’s have been through this the least thing companies can do is pay the vet bills. Why does the law do nothing to really help!!!????
I think what they are getting away with is wrong and some people can not afford these bills what about those poor pets?




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i cant afford my vet bills…any ideas or clinics??

my new cat has tested positive for feline luekemia.. the vet bills are in the 00′s. and quickly. ive been paying outta pocket but now things are getting tight because of this and will continue to be costly. are there any clinics or anything that offer pet help and meds for cheap like they do for humans?? its too late to ge tthe vet insurance since its now a pre existing condition..




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Boarding dogs at home?

I live in spain and in a need to earn money I thought I would take dogs in to stay when their owners go on holiday. i have a large fenced garden and other land to excercise the dogs on and they would sleep in the house at night. What other considerations do I need to take? I wasn´t going to have insurance ,so is it comon practise in this situation to get owners to sign a form freeing me of liability? What about vet bills if accidents happen? I wasn´t going to provide food as i feel it is important for the dogs to stay on their own diet. do i need to take a deposit up front and how do I prevent people dumping dogs on me and not coming back for them. Any help will be gratefully recieved.




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How much do you spend on vet bills for your horse?

Hey guys
might be looking to get a horse in the future and want to do everything possible to be prepared,
so… How much on average do u spend on your horse vet bills a year?

thanx 4 the help
Another horse lover
<3




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How much are kittens first vet bills?

My old roommate’s cat had a littler of kittens and i am very interested in adopting one (ive had many cats before so i know how to take care of them)
however, ive never had to pay for kittens vet bills.
How much do theyre first vet bills cost for check up and getting spayed and stufF?
thanks




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can I hold someone liable for vet bills?

My roomate was home with my dog, and left the front door wide open (knowing that the dog will run out, she’s done this several times and we have 2 sets of doors, so after one set is closed you then open the next), this time the dog got hit by a car. She will be fine, but my bills are at ,200 just for the 24 hour stay. Is there anyway I could take this to court to hold her liable for my vet bills? She’s already confessed to me and others in the house that she was at fault for the dog running out.
note: she isn’t a freind of mine, but a relative of my boyfriend. and she said she would, but she doesn’t pay anyone back for anything. she’s proven in the past not to live up to her word.




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What is the cost of owning a Labrador Retriever?

I am a college student and have wanted a dog for my entire life but have been unable to get one because of my parents forbidding me to own one in their home. However, I may be getting an apartment soon and would like to adopt a Labrador Retriever. I plan to adopt a grown dog because I can’t commit to training a puppy at this point but know that I can commit to spending enough time with an adult dog and exercising it (and teaching it how to play Frisbee!) and caring for it. My main question is simply how much the cost of caring for a Labrador Retriever is. I have done research and have a general idea but essentially would like to know an average for things such as food bills, pet insurance bills, and vet bills for this breed of dog. I know this breed has some health issues like heart worm and hip problems so I was wondering what type of bills these problems would cost. I understand the cost of owning a dog is not cheap but I was just looking for a general idea as I plan out my finances.
I would like to clarify that when I was at class my roommates would be with the dog and at most it would be alone for a few hours a day; there are thousands of dogs across the country that are alone all day while their family is at work and school. These dogs may spend 8 hours alone (which mine would not) and for adult dogs this is done all the time with happy dogs.




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My dog Ginger was diagnosed with a spinal injury due to a fall. I have no insurance for my pet, and was looking into insuring her since the vet bills are expensive. Is there an insurance policy that accepts pre existing injuries, and do they cover everything associated with it, etc: surgery, pharmacy,x rays…




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I was driving down the highway and a woman with no insurance tried to do an illegal U-turn and hit my car. My dog was in the back seat and was injured with a broken leg during the crash. My car is totaled, my insurance company is going to buy my car from me and go after the woman for damages. Is she also liable for my vet bills as well?
Sorry.. *Is the person at fault liable to pay for vet bills?




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Jobs a 14 year old can have like babysitting?

I am looking to get started in babysitting or something like that like pet sitting. I am looking into getting a dog and my mom would pay the fee of the dog as long as I pay for most of everything else it needs. I am going to get pet insurance to help so i dont have to deal with vet bills. I know that no dog is cheap but my mom is going to help out. Right now a get a month for allowance and I feel that isn’t going to be enough for a small dog. I am going to ask my dad if I can do chores at his house for allowance of maybe a month or maybe a little more, but I would like to start babysitting or something to get more because I want to make sure I definitely have enough for my dog. Can you give me ideas of what a 14 year old girl can do for a job, and also how to get started in babysitting? Thanks!




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3 cats…pet insurance?

We just recently acquired two kittens, they are currently 7 weeks old. We already have a 4 year old cat. With all these animals we know that the vet bills are going to be stacking up. Is there a decent pet insurance that covers routine checkups? I’ve done some research but everything I find is for accidents or have an outrageous deductible




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They will not let you read the policy until you purchase the product. I would like to read the policy, can anyone let me see?
Yea, I just would like to know specifically what is covered, etc. They will not allow you to view the policy until you purchase it… so they say, for the fear of other insurance providers biting their style. The company has excellent reviews at www.petinsurancereviews.com, however that means nothing until you can read the policy. I personally chose Pets Best for my English Bulldog pup. Any opinions on Pets Best?
PS. I won’t put the money for the insurance into a seperate account and then pay out of it when vet bills come. This is because I love to shop! I’m best off purchasing a policy, thanks! :)




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Are vet bills keeping you from adopting an animal?

I would love to adopt a dog, but afraid of the vet bills plus the drugs they insist you give your animal. I don’t take any drugs as a human, it irritates me that owning a pet is an automatic 35 dollar a month drug bill for heartworm and fleas.
I have a pet cat and another who got sick and had terrible medical bills.

I would love to adopt again but am afraid of the bills.
All the vets near me charge so much money. I live in Lewes, DE




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How much are vet bills about (in and around IL)? How about Farrier costs for just trimming?

Thank you
vet for a check-up
and i just want to know averages, I know the cost will vary.

Also you should get a vet check-up once a year right?

and just a trim for the farrier




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