When looking for cat insurance one of the best places to begin your search is online. This is a great place to compare the cost of insurance and the benefits of a policy as you can do it from the comfort of your armchair.

Cats are very inquisitive as they typically roam out of the house and garden. Therefore they are at risk of accidents and scrapes, along with illness. If your cat is injured in an accident vet’s fees could run to thousands of pounds. Cat insurance would pay up to so much towards the vet’s fees in any one year, which could save you from considerable financial distress. A policy also covers your cat if it is diagnosed with an illness or it is has to stay in a boarding cattery due to you becoming ill and having to stay in hospital.

Some cats particularly pedigree ones are at risk of being stolen. Cat insurance usually covers advertising costs and reward, up to so much. Your cat may also be covered for death due to accident or illness, depending on the level of insurance you choose to take out. There are numerous different levels of insurance which makes policies affordable. However bear in mind that not all events are covered in the very low monthly premiums. Always check the small print of insurance, along with the summary.