Why British Pet Insurance to insure your reptile?

Published: 7 January 2019

Why British Pet Insurance to insure your reptile?

Do you own a reptile? Or are you looking to buy one?

Even though your reptile is currently healthy, things can change, and vet bills can quickly add up in the event of an injury or illness. In the event of an injury or illness vet bills are often unexpected and an unpleasant surprise.

Why do I need reptile insurance?

You may think you don’t need insurance for your reptile and that it’s a waste of money. Or you may think that it’s a lengthy process to get a quote and a hassle to complete all the documentation; and it can be if you choose the wrong insurance company.

That’s why British Pet Insurance do things differently. With your exotic pet’s best interests in mind, British Pet Insurance offer quality cover at a price that’s right for you by giving multiple options; meaning you don’t pay for the cover you don’t need. They also promise a 5-day turn around for vet fee claims. As well as a quick and easy quote process online, or over the phone with one of our friendly team members here in the UK. They cut out the jargon and phone calls aren’t scripted.

Where can I get reptile insurance?

However, not every insurance company will cover reptiles. There are only a few specialist insurance providers for reptiles and British Pet Insurance can insure Bearded Dragon’s, Chameleon’s, Gecko’s, Corn Snake’s (plus other species) and are offering the highest vet fee insurance cover for reptiles with the lowest excess.

British Pet Insurance have built their reptile insurance on 23 years’ experience and knowledge of the exotic pet industry to offer reptile owners a tailored product and service to meet their needs.

  • Vet fee claims are assessed within five working days
  • Third-party liability cover as standard
  • No additional charges for direct debits
  • Customer services teams that care, listen and go above and beyond
  • Clear and easy to understand products and documentation
  • The constant development of new cover options and staff training

Cover options

Standard cover:

  • Vet fee cover levels up to £1,000, £3,000 or £5,000 with a £30 or £130 excess option
  • Alternative or complementary treatment up to £500
  • Saying goodbye cover up to £100
  • Third-party liability up to £1 million
  • Advertising and reward up to £300

Optional extra’s include:

  • Death from injury or illness
  • Loss from theft, fire or weather perils

Why pay for the cover you don’t want or need? Get the best insurance cover for your reptile.

Get a quote today