Pet Insurance You Can Love From as Little as R6/day

If you’re like most South Africans, chances are your pet is an important part of your family.

But have you ever considered what will you do if your beloved four-legged friend requires a hip replacement after a hit-and-run, or if your overzealous terrier were to give the little girl across the road an unwelcome love bite?

Could you come up with R10, 000 at the drop of a hat?

Veterinary costs have increased by 15% over the last year, and paying a king’s ransom for an ear mite infection, broken leg, or covering the medical cost of another dog is not an expense you want to be saddled with.

That’s where pet insurance comes in. Just as human health insurance is designed to bridge the gap between needed cost and care, pet insurance can offset the financial burden of unexpected injury or illness to our pets.

Pet insurance can cover the daily costs of keeping your pet healthy and happy, and it can cover the costs of veterinary care or medication.

Think about it: a pet dog or cat requires a financial and emotional commitment of anything up to 20 years. Jack, the Fox Terrier you got your little girl when she turned five, could still be around when she graduates from high school, or even university, by which time will undoubtedly be frail, requiring frequent—and expensive visits to the vet.

Wouldn’t it be so much easier to stomach a small premium each month than fork out thousands or more?

Getting a sick pet back on their paws can tax, not only emotionally but also on your budget. Sterilization, de-worming and vaccinations can easily set you back R4, 000. The cost of x-rays, medication, treatment and surgery for a broken leg or pelvis can easily cost up to R40 000. Vet costs from eating chocolate, poison or medication can range between R2 000 to R30 000.

Over 10% of veterinary treatment cases result in a pet being put to sleep each year—because their owners couldn’t afford their treatment. Pet cover takes the bite out of paying out of your pocket. It empowers you to not have to choose between your financial stability and your pet’s life.

The big question is—which pet insurance company has the right cover for you?

You can get pet cover for as little as one cappuccino a day

If you want to avoid massive veterinary costs and would like to explore the option of pet insurance, ProudDad.co.za provides a fantastic service that can match you up with the best provider.
We’ve reviewed all the top insurance companies based on price, coverage, pre-existing conditions, and exclusions and more to find the right choice for your best friend.

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