There are many reasons why taking out dog insurance benefits the pet owner. Your dog might have cost a great deal of money and if it is a rare breed it could be at risk of theft. There is also the risk of your dog falling ill or being involved in an accident. Insurance typically covers these events and more.

While no one likes to think of the worst, consider how much it might cost if your dog is knocked down by a car. Vets fees might include the cost of x-rays, tests, medicine and much more. A stay overnight at the veterinary hospital does not come cheap. All of these costs could add up to a great deal of money, maybe thousands of pounds. Dog insurance would pay towards these costs. Illness could strike at anytime, just the same as with human beings. Again the costs of medicine and treatment could be enormous and insurance is there to fall back on and help you financially.

A dog insurance policy also covers many other events such as financial aid towards advertising costs and reward if your pet is stolen or lost. Third party liability insurance in case your pet should injure someone or damage property of others. All of this and more is included in a typical insurance policy for your dog.