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Which animals can be covered?: You can cover dogs, cats and horses with the pet insurance policies offered through this website.
What is not covered by my pet insurance policy?: There are a number of situations in which your pet will not be covered by a pet insurance policy.
What is the maximum payout per year?: Every insurance company varies and you will need to refer to one particular insurer to find out their policy on this matter.
What do I do when my pet dies?: You are covered if your pet dies from accident or illness – although you are not covered if your pet dies from old age.
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.

What do I do when my pet dies?

You are covered if your pet dies from accident or illness - although you are not covered if your pet dies from old age.

When your pet dies you will need to complete the claim form and send it to your insurance company, along with a death certificate from your vet, the pedigree certificate and receipt from when you bought your pet. You will then be given a cheque for the original cost of your pet.

If your pet dies while you are abroad on holiday, you will be covered for holiday cancellation costs if you wish to return immediately.

If your pet dies while abroad with you on holiday, you will need pet travel insurance to cover the costs of either disposal, or repatriation. You will also be covered for holiday cancellation costs.