Chances are an accident or serious illness will strike your pet at some point in its lifetime. The odds don’t improve for pets that stay indoors.

The reality is that pets are as apt to need the same professional medical services as any other family member. From ear and bladder infections to broken bones, cancer and heart disease, today’s veterinarian can diagnose and treat many of the same ailments that affect you and your family. And, though veterinary services often cost less than comparable procedures from a physician, quality pet care can add up to hundreds…even thousands of dollars.

Veterinary Pet Insurance is the number one pet insurance plan licensed and regulated in the US and is recommended by veterinarians and their staff. Exclusively endorsed by the American Humane Association, Veterinary Pet Insurance provides these comprehensive features:

• Use any veterinarian worldwide with no pre-authorization required;
• The policy pays for prescriptions, lab fees, x-rays, surgery, hospitalization, treatment and even office calls for any covered medical problem;
• Average claims turnaround is approximately one week;
• No physical exam is required;
• Pet ID tag with Lost & Found Registry to reunite you with your pet; and
• Protection costs just $ .25 to $ .62 per day for any pet aged eight years or younger.

For more information about the Veterinary Pet Insurance plan, contact the Employee Benefits Office or call 800-872-7387.