This is so cool! I just saw a commercial for Progressive Insurance, and they now offer Pet Injury Insurance for accidents. It covers vet bills, etc. if you dog is injured in an accident. hat do you guys think? Has anyone else heard about this, and if so do you know more details? (I'm really interested but I don't want to call and be harrassed about buying a policy.)
2007-11-26 06:15:52 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Notablacksaint: That's kinda what I was wondering. the dog in the commercial IS in a seatbelt. My huskies HATE being belted down, so it might be a waste of my time. Thanks 4 the info!
2007-11-26 06:24:53 · update #1
I'm going to call them. I'll let you guys know what I find out-
2007-11-26 06:31:17 · update #2
I just talked to them. They said if you have a full coverage policy with collision, you can add the Pet Injury feature at no additional chargs. The pet does not have to be restrained, and it will cover up to $500 in vet bills if your pet is injured in an accident. Kind of sounds worth it....
2007-11-26 06:58:27 · update #3
Anne- i just talked to Progressive and they said the animal does NOT have to be restrained to be covered.
2007-11-26 06:59:50 · update #4
A friend called because that is his insurance company, and there seemed to be a LOT of confusion as to the fine print. She agent said the dog MUST be in a seat-belt restraint. That a secured crate did not count as a restraint. It had to be one of the devices that used the seat belt. He is trying to confirm that because there seemed to be a lot of banter with the agent and a few other agents while he was on the phone. Didn't seem to be much "soild" knowledge there.
We are talking about the car insurance policy that covers the dog if it is in the car when the accident occurs, right??
It seems some others are talking about your standard pet insurance.
Yeah, I will be kind of dismayed if they will not accept a crate (secured of course) instesd of a seat blet. Mine are too big for the seat belt, and one would have it chewed to shreds inseconds. I would think a crate would be safer!
2007-11-26 06:21:29 · answer #1 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi
I seen the advertisement for the first time yesterday and so I called this morning and yep they do have to be in a seat belt
they are sending me the complete Booklet
I was not harassed about getting a Policy just asked a few questions and she is sending the info
I think it sounds to good to be true so I am going to read it and see what it is all about I will keep everyone Updated after I get it
Take Care
Anne
2007-11-26 14:37:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Overall I think its a good idea, especially if you have a pet who seems prone to illness or injury. :-) Vet bills can be expensive, and having some insurance to help pay for treatments could help save lives--no more "having to put poor Fluffy down cause she got hit by a car and we can't pay for surgery". So I say it's a great idea, and though some people would benefit more than others, I think it's something we should all start looking into.
2007-11-26 14:24:05 · answer #3 · answered by ..... 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly I would look into..more so if your from Canada...the vet bills here are way to high...my friends take the cats across the boarder to the vets there because it isn't as expensive...I myself have considered geting the insurance I just need more information on it..I think it's about time something like that is offered and I would be more then willing to pay for something like that monthly then pay for high vet bills...but be sure to check for coverage because you never know what those grey areas are!
2007-11-26 14:20:20 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I actually just heard about this the other day as well. Sorry, but I know nothing more about it than you do! It's a great idea, although I already have pet insurance for my dogs so it would cover accidents like that anyways.
2007-11-26 14:19:31 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I saw that too and have been thinking of checking it out but unfortunately don't know enough yet. Maybe try the progressive website, I'm sure it is out there somewhere without having to be hasseled by a sales person. Also you might check with your vet and see if they have any experience with claims on these policies.
2007-11-26 14:23:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is not something that's new. The Aflac duck has been covered for years. So has the little green lizard with the British accent.
2007-11-26 14:26:33 · answer #7 · answered by John 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes i know somebody who did this and it saved them a lot of money. they were leaving for a plane and their dog fell down the stairs and he wouldnt of had time. he then called the vet and they had an ambulance yes an ambulance but it was a vet one. it would of cost him 300$ but his pet insurance covered him
2007-11-26 14:20:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thanks for the info. I saw that commerical and was so interested in finding out about it. I have my Lab in the truck with me all the time and and always worry about that stuff.
2007-11-26 17:29:01 · answer #9 · answered by TritanBear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats reallly cool......I would go for it if you have the money!
2007-11-26 14:23:53 · answer #10 · answered by NiCoLe i love my Chi cena! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋