More than 4.8 million U.S. dogs and cats were covered by pet insurance in 2022 -- an increase of 22% from the year before.
And with seemingly more pet owners in the U.S. today, the number of pets needing pet insurance is on the rise and likely not slowing down anytime soon.
If you do not have pet insurance, you have probably considered it but may be unsure where to start or what questions to ask.
Dr. Katy Nelson, Senior Veterinarian at Chewy , joined us to share expert advice on considerations to be aware of.
Chewy asked their more than 20 million customers what they think about pet insurance.
For those with a wellness or insurance plan, the top reason to have it is peace of mind - almost half (48%) of survey respondents agreed that knowing they can take care of their pets if something happens to them is the primary reason for purchasing pet insurance.
For others, the top reasons include a preference for paying a fixed amount each month vs.
Dealing with one great expense unexpectedly and being able to bundle wellness and illness coverage.
When purchasing plans through Chewy, many people decide to go that route because they gain access to a wide range of already-established healthcare offerings from Chewy.
They have a dedicated arm focused on healthcare with a mission of making healthcare affordable and accessible to pet parents nationwide.
When you sign up for a CarePlus plan, you gain access to those resources, including free direct access to pet health experts via Connect with a Vet telehealth service.
Chewy customers can also get one hundred percent of the costs covered for veterinary diet food, prescription medications, and supplements delivered quickly and conveniently via Chewy Pharmacy.
This is in addition to no caps on payout limits and direct payments that go straight to the veterinarian.
This experience is all wrapped in the award-winning customer support you have come to know from Chewy.
To find out more, visit chewy.com .