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What are the principles of pet insurance?
Pet insurance is designed to take the worry out of owning a pet – ensuring that if your pet falls ill or has an accident, you can take your pet straight to the vet without having to consider potentially expensive vet bills.
When can my pet insurance cover start?
Cover will usually start as soon as your application is received and accepted, however there many well be some exclusions.
What does pet insurance cover?
Standard pet insurance policies provide cover for:
What cover do I need for my horse?
Before you buy your insurance, make sure you know exactly what areas you want cover on by listing your main areas of concern should you find yourself needing to make a claim.
Is my horse too old or too young to insure?
All companies differ with regard to the age of horses and ponies they will insure – so the only way to find out is to speak to each one individually.

Am I covered for boarding fees?

Most standard pet insurance policies will cover you in this instance. If you are hospitalised and cannot be at home to look after your pet, you will be covered for the cost of boarding your pet at a licensed kennel. Alternatively your insurance company will contribute towards the cost of homecare with a friend if you are hospitalised for more than 4 days.

If you need to make a claim on boarding fees, then send a claim form to your insurance company. This will need to be completed by your doctor or consultant and by the owner of the boarding kennel, cattery. They will also need an invoice from the boarding house or written confirmation from the person looking after your pet.