Pets Plus Us | Pet Insurance Review

4.1

out of 5

Number of reviews 803

Pets Plus Us is a leading Canadian pet insurance provider whose goal is to help pet parents deal with all the joys and challenges of pet ownership. As well as making vet bills more manageable, Pets Plus Us provides their Blue Ribbon Benefits free with any coverage plan*. Receive access to PetHelpFone™, Pet Poison Helpline®, and more! Learn more about Pets Plus Us plan options, read customer reviews, and get a quote so you can make an informed choice about your pet insurance provider. *Blue Ribbon Benefits not available in Quebec.
4

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Fred Green

Painfull Experience but Recovering and Free of It

Our 8 year old female Schnauzer was experiencing abdominal pain two weeks ago. She was initially diagnosed as having a Pancreatitis flair up but after further testing it was determined that it was Hyperlipidemia. Our insurance coverage made the situation more manageable financially. With the medicine prescribed to support her liver and gallbladder as well as her prescribed low fat food, she is hopefully well on her way to a full recovery.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Krista Frasz

Emergency vet visits without stress of costs

We recently had to deal with our French Bulldog being diagnosed with non operable spine issues. It was incredibly stressful and costly but having our Pet insurance in place and access to help with our questions was amazing. Processing of forms was super easy and reimbursement happened quickly - thank goodness for Pets Plus Us
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out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Jonathan Barrow

How is this legal?

After eight years as a Pets Plus Us customer, I'm incredibly disappointed with the recent changes and lack of communication I've experienced. What started as a reliable insurance provider for my furry friend has transformed into a frustrating and potentially predatory service. The initial shock came when I noticed a premium didn't come out of my bank account. Upon calling Pets Plus Us, I was informed that my policy was discontinued and I hadn't opted into their new coverage. The problem? I never received any notification of this significant change. This lack of communication alone is unacceptable for a long-standing customer. However, the real issue lies in the details of the new plan. I was offered a policy with drastically reduced coverage – a drop from $5000 per incident to a mere $3000 annually total. This represents a massive decrease in protection for my pet. To add insult to injury, this downgraded coverage comes at a higher price, nearly $30 more per month than my previous policy. When I raised my concerns with Pets Plus Us, I was essentially told that this severely limited plan was my only option. Furthermore, they informed me that if I chose to explore other plans or insurance providers with better coverage, any prior vet visits – even for common issues like vomiting or accidental ingestion – would be considered pre-existing conditions. This is a blatant attempt to strong-arm loyal customers into accepting a subpar product with significantly reduced benefits. This tactic feels incredibly disingenuous and borderline unethical. To penalize customers for exploring better options after unilaterally changing their policy is a terrible practice. It leaves me questioning the integrity of the company and its commitment to its customers. My loyalty of eight years has been met with a complete lack of transparency, a significant reduction in coverage, and thinly veiled threats. While I understand that companies can change their policies, the way Pets Plus Us has handled this transition is deeply concerning. I'm left wondering how this is even legal, and more importantly, I'm incredibly disappointed that this is how Pets Plus Us treats its long-standing customers. Be warned: what appears to be a reliable and trustworthy insurance provider can quickly become a source of frustration and financial burden. I highly recommend carefully reviewing your policy and exploring all available options before committing to Pets Plus Us.

POSTED: | BY: Megan

Experienced the same thing and am so sorry to hear this happened to you as well!

5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Virginia Rowden

PetsPlusUs is the best.

My dog is 10. So many issues over the years. This year our issues included gastritis. Lymphoma and now herniated disc. No surprises, no questions, no hassles. Just excellent customer service and quick payment.
5

out of 5

POSTED: | BY: Ann Laing

Claim process easier than expected

This was the first time we submitted any claims for our dog and I was nervous about how much work it would require, how fast it would be reviewed, how much back and forth would occur and timeliness of payment. The portal made it really easy, I just scanned all documents, uploaded and within days had a response about what was included and what wasn't. There were no surprises, and the payment was issued.

Monthly Cost

Monthly costs vary based on your pet’s species, age, and location, as well as your chosen plan. Customize coverage to suit your pet’s needs and your budget.

Coverage

You have a co-pay of 10%, 20% or 30%. The pay-out amount is based on your actual vet bill and includes coverage of exam fees and taxes.

Payout Limits

Annual limit of $5,000 in Accident Only coverage, or $7,500 or $15,000 in Accident & Illness coverage annually, depending on your chosen plan.

Deductible

$100 – $700 age-based annual deductible.

Age Limits

Pet must be at least 7 weeks old to enroll. There is no upper age limit.

Waiting Period

Coverage begins after 48 hours for accidents. A policy waiting period of 14 days applies for illnesses.

Exclusions

All pet insurance plans have limitations and exclusions. Medical Conditions that are noted, symptomatic or diagnosed prior to enrollment, or during a waiting period are pre-existing to Coverage and not eligible for reimbursement. All Accident & Illness policies are underwritten upfront so pet owners are aware of any pre-existing conditions that will not be covered prior to making a claim. What’s not covered: Dental care Reproductive health Experimental treatments Wellness or preventative care, unless a Flex Care plan is added For all terms and conditions visit: https://www.petsplusus.com/service-claims/brochures-guides
Pets Plus Us is a leading Canadian pet insurance provider whose goal is to help pet parents deal with all the joys and challenges of pet ownership. As well as making vet bills more manageable, Pets Plus Us provides their Blue Ribbon Benefits free with any coverage plan*. Receive access to PetHelpFone™, Pet Poison Helpline®, and more! *Blue Ribbon Benefits not available in Quebec. Check Pets Plus Us out on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Pets Plus Us Pet Insurance policies are underwritten by Northbridge Insurance and distributed by PTZ Insurance Services Ltd. & Société d’Assurances Collectives (Sodaco) Inc. in Quebec.

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