The ins-and-outs of pet insurance

Pet Insurance 101

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Will Fetch Pet Insurance cover hip dysplasia in cats and dogs?

Hip dysplasia is an important medical condition to be aware of if you have your heart set on bringing home a breed of dog or cat prone to the condition.

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Does Fetch Pet Insurance cover emergency care?

When the unexpected strikes outside your vet’s business hours, turn to 24-hour emergency animal hospitals and specialty clinics.

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Does pet insurance cover IVDD?

Pet insurance can help cover some of the costs of treating intervertebral disk disease (IVDD) in dogs and cats. Learn more.

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Does Fetch Pet Insurance cover pregnancy?

Most pets do not experience complications during pregnancy, but it does happen. If your pet does encounter a problem, pet insurance may be able to help.

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How does reimbursement work at Fetch Pet Insurance?

How does pet insurance work? Pet insurance works on a reimbursement model. Fetch pays back up to 90% of unexpected vet bills. Learn more.

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How much does a dog MRI cost?

Getting your dog an MRI can be expensive. Learn more about the average cost of a dog MRI and how pet insurance can help cover the vet bill.

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Will Fetch Pet Insurance cover allergy testing?

If your pet suffers from allergies, your vet may recommend allergy testing.

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Does pet insurance cover vet visits?

We understand how stressful emergency vet visits can be. That’s why Fetch Pet Insurance covers up to 90% of emergency vet expenses — here’s how to sign up.

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How Scratch Plans help pay veterinary bills

Scratch Plans will cover your vet bills immediately and Fetch helps to pay back your payment plans.

This technology helps you predict your dog's future health

Free for a limited time, you can get a three-page profile that outlines the health conditions your pup is most likely to experience throughout their life. Here’s how.

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Does pet insurance cover dental care?

Fetch Pet Insurance covers injuries and illnesses in all of your cat's or dog’s adult teeth - not just the canines. Learn more about what else makes our dental coverage the best option.

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Does pet insurance cover medication?

If your pet is sick and needs antibiotics to help them feel better, know that Fetch will be there to cover the cost of vet-prescribed medications. But that’s not the only way we’ll cover your pet’s medical expenses.

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What is a waiting period?

A waiting period is a set amount of time before your pet’s vet expenses can be covered by pet insurance.

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What does deductible mean in pet insurance?

A deductible is the amount you pay for your vet bills before your pet insurance starts covering them. Here are the different deductible options you can choose from.

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Is acupuncture covered by pet insurance?

Acupuncture helps to better a pet’s flow of energy and improve their overall health. In some scenarios, it’s covered by Fetch Pet Insurance.

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What does pet insurance cover?

From vet exam fees to comprehensive dental coverage, these are all the ways we’ll cover your pet.

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How much does it cost to microchip a dog?

Microchipping can be done at any age and is super helpful in finding lost pets.

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Is dog insurance worth it?

Life with dogs is full of surprises, but pet insurance will ensure that you can get your dog the best care possible if they have any health accidents or injuries.

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How to get pet insurance

Are you interested in signing your cat or dog up for Fetch Pet Insurance? If so, you're in luck as we work hard to make our process straightforward.

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What is a pre-existing condition?

“Pre-existing condition” is an insurance phrase that’s thrown around a lot. But what does it actually mean?

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Is pet insurance worth it?

Our team of interns put our heads together in order to answer the question… Is pet insurance even worth it?

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How much does it cost to clean a dog’s teeth?

Getting your dog’s teeth professionally cleaned can help prevent a range of dental-related issues.

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Here’s how much it costs to neuter a dog

Does your dog have an upcoming neutering appointment? If so, you’re in the right place. Here’s how you can prepare your pup for a neutering procedure.

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The importance of pet insurance during inflation

Here’s how pet insurance provides stability in uncertain times.

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