Do dogs also have insurance?
Pet insurance is similar to health insurance for humans, but it has many restrictions not found in human coverage. Veterinary care can be costly, running into thousands of dollars in the case of a serious accident or illness.
Is it a must to have dog insurance?
For most insurers, the age limit for new policies is ten years old. Hence, you should enrol in pet insurance for your pet when it is still young. The best time to buy pet insurance is within your pet's first year of its life.
Is pet insurance mandatory in UK?
Is pet insurance a legal requirement? While, since 2016, it's been a legal requirement to have your dog microchipped, there's no law to say you must have pet insurance for your dog, cat, or any other kind of pet. It's entirely your decision whether to take out a policy.