Embrace Pet Insurance
May 14, 2008 by Daniel Beatty, DVM · 8 Comments
Many of you know that as far as pet insurance is concerned I have been recommending VPI; however, I have found some interesting tidbits from a couple of clients and some internet research, as well as a Twitter connection from Laura Bennett, CEO of Embrace Pet Insurance and fellow blogger, that has definitely changed my opinion of the company and my recommendation.
I am going to give you a couple of links that helped me in my search for a better insurance policy for your dogs…
Pet Insurance Review – http://www.petinsurancereview.com
Invisible Voices – http://invisiblevoices.wordpress.com/pet-insurance-post-series-research-and-links/
You really need to read this information before you buy pet insurance and even if you have pet insurance if you are not with the right company I would suggest you read this and switch ASAP. I feel that Embrace Pet Insurance and Pet Plan US are the best plans to have. Embrace may have the edge right now for two reasons – 1. Pet Plan US is only available in 40 states and 2. Embrace is run by a person not afraid to be out in public and give away information i.e. Laura Bennett is a blogger. Check out her blog here –> Embrace Pet Insurance Blog
There is probably other differences between the two companies but I’ll have to do some more research to find out what that is. Oh and the Embrace blog is a real blog, it is not just hype about their product/service. It is well written and has very good information on a variety of subjects, not just pet insurance. Check it out and while you are there get with the right pet insurance. I am considering applying for their affiliate program because I think I am going to be promoting Embrace all over the place.
In the meantime I am going to have to ask Laura how I can be listed on the AllTop pets blog list, but maybe this blog doesn’t have what it takes yet! Stay tuned you haven’t read the best in dog health blogs yet, because I have not yet reached my peak!
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Dr Beatty,
Thanks for mentioning Petplan Pet Insurance in your post. I just wanted to add that Petplan policies are now filed in all states and the District of Columbia with our A+ rated underwriters. If you would like any further information regarding our plans and how we compare to other providers please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Regards,
Chris Ashton
President
Hello – I just found this blog and what a fantastic resource this is. I have 2 Dachshunds – one is 8 and the other is 6. I’ve been with VPI for a few years and have been moderately satisfied with their product. They use an unrealistic fee schedule and their cancer coverage is dismal. Unfortunately my two boys are too old for Embrace or Pet Plan – both are really good companies. I was wondering if you’ve heard of Bests Best. It was founded by the same man who started VPI but Pets Best has been in around since 2005. They have no age limit and they pay 80% of veterinary bills less a deductible. This seems like a better plan than VPI. My only concern is that Pets Best is only 3 years old. If I cancel VPI and go with Pets Best and Pets Best were to close down my dogs would be un insurable due to their age. This is a really touch decision for me.
Thanks for the great blog – I subscribed to your newsletter too.
Best,
Greg Resnick
Austin, Texas
Embrace has come good plans. I had a 4 yesr old GSD who need a surgery on his leg. The insurance came in handy with payment of a major part. It has a better deal than VPI – danny
I have a dog walking and minding business in Sydney Australia-I can not tell you how many times I recommend my clients to get a pet insurance-”My Dog is Ok never gets sick” Hello here they do-I have seen families with their dog they love in such a turmoil when their pets get sick finacially they even consider putting the pet to sleep-It only cost a few hamburgers a week to have that support to help pay for those unexpected vet bills-sounds like i am selling Pets best-I am not as live in Aussie.But I can tell you I have seen clients with insurance and others without-the ones with out have a huge credit card debt-The one’s covered have a dog still alive and cash left in the bank-Sorry to go on but please consider the future a little-Client of mine just got her dog run over $8000,00au later! she had insurance and think got back 80%–
Give your pet a hug tonight!!
Thank you for sharing this and for linking up to that blog. I’m currently looking for a pet insurance so I’m interested in reading everything about pet insurances. keep up the nice work and keep posting useful content.
Hi ~ I just found your blog while researching PetPlan USA. I have a very healthy 6 yr old Chihuahua/Min Pin mix currently insured through VPI. In September I rushed her to an afterhours emergency hospital for severe distress due to an esophageal foreign body. The total bill for treatment (endoscopy, no surgery) was $1,600.00. VPI reimbursed me a paltry $480.00. I was shocked to say the least. Let’s see, if I subtract my VPI Superior Plan Premium at $349.00 from the reimbursement….I came out with $131.00 toward my $1,600.00 vet bill. Worth it? Heck no! I have pet insurance to cover emergencies only, not routine care. First time I ever had to use it, very disapointed and will not be renewing with VPI, premium not worth the paper it is written on! PetPlan looks like the way to go for me and I will be contacting them tomorrow. Just would like some piece of mind for my little fur ball!
Thanks for the links, you have helped us in choosing the right pet insurance provider!.
Gary
This is some great information will be tuning in to this blog more often during working hours – oh ya!