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My dog has had ongoing skin allergy appointments and our claims have always been dealt with swiftly. The new gap free service is an added bonus as we recently had a large vet bill and only had to pay the gap at the time of payment. I would highly recommend pet insurance.com.au. Show details · 1
I have had both of my Chihuahua's insured with PetInsurance.com.au since I received them. I have made claims for my Eldest dog (5 years old) for both an undetermined ED visit and surgery for Elbow dysplasia, which involved x-rays and CT scans under anaesthesia. The claims were settled online and with the Vet Clinic doing all the work and me just… Read more
paying the gap. There were no issues or problems and everything worked very smoothly. More recently, my younger dog (3 years) has had major surgery for a Grade 4 MPL and is scheduled to have further surgery for a Grade 3 MPL as well. There was also a need for considerable scans to be taken as well, also under anaesthesia. The insurance claim was again handled by the Vet Clinic and I just paid the gap, which was much less than I thought it would be. There have been no issues at all with the insurance to date and everything has worked extremely well.
Our 10mth Border Terrier decided to swallow an entire (raw) chicken wing with only minimal chewing beforehand. It lodged momentarily in her throat before she was able to swallow it. This was enough to both frighten and hurt her to the extent she was shaking and wanting to hide, making me think there might still be an obstruction And, of course,… Read more
this happened out of our Vets normal clinic hours. I called the Vet who met us at the clinic where X-Rays were performed. There was the chicken wing, in it's entirety, lodged in her belly. A big relief to all. Our Vet utilises the "gap only" system which meant my out-of-pocket costs were minimal, and the account was immediately settled. Considering the cost of an emergency consult plus the X-Rays, and also a drug to help settle her digestive system, I was dreading the bill. I was very thankful to have organised her insurance only a couple of weeks prior to this happening. Our yearly premium was almost paid for entirely from the rebate we received! Thank you for a great product!
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Have used insurance twice recently for 2 surgeries. Used Gaponly and it was brilliant. All done and dusted within 10 minutes. Show details · 1
I have nothing but sincere thanks for this company at a very stressful time. My not even 2 year old dog without doubt would be dead as I would never have been able to afford his emergency care. I can’t recommend them highly enough. If you are wavering about getting insurance for your pet imagine a bill of close to $20000 and how you will pay it. He has pretty much made a complete recovery and I’m incredibly thankful. Show details · 1
After an emergency visit to VECA in Campbelltown, so happy with the quick and easy service. The Vet submitted the claim on my behalf and it was all settled within 24-48hrs. Thank you! Show details · 1
Constantly deny claims with excessive mthly fees with no return Show details
Positive reviews
Sophie developed diabetes in 2025. Sophie has been insured with Petinsurance from early 2024. Petinsurance have been very responsive and have processed the claims speedily. The process has been seamless and the refunds were paid within a couple of days. Where the Gap scheme was used it took about 10 minutes to process which is an excellent turn around time. Show details · 1
My 2 dogs have been with pet insurance for 5yrs & 2.5yrs. The gap only payment is easy. As is the online claim section on the app. My 2.5yr old has epilepsy, I am relieved to have the backing of pet insurance for him. Highly recommend pet insurance. Show details · 1
I have had to make three claims already for my 3 year old Weimaraner. One for a snake bite, one for mast cell tumour removal and one for an emergency trip to the vet for some respiratory issues. Every time my claim has been paid out quickly and with no fuss. Would recommend. Show details · 1
Negative reviews
My dog’s policy premium was increased by 25.36% this year with no meaningful explanation tied to my actual policy. I was given a long, generic justification about “vet cost inflation,” “age/breed data,” and “risk factors,” but nothing specific to my claim-light history or any change in cover. When I escalated through IDR, the “resolution” was a… Read more
two-month premium waiver — appreciated, but it doesn’t fix the underlying issue of transparency or fairness. I also struggled to get written confirmation that premiums wouldn’t be deducted and that cover would remain active while the complaint was under review. For a brand administered by PetSure and issued by Hollard, I expected clearer communication and a policy-specific explanation, not boilerplate.
I’ll happily stay if I get an evidence-based breakdown for this rise and a proper review of the renewal price. Otherwise, I’ll be moving my pet cover.
I have had the insurance for about 3 years, tried to claim a simple checkup due to some issues my dog was having unexpectedly, sent in invoice and a clear discription of why, when the vet etc. then was emailed days later requesting vet notes and so on, they have the number etc, I'm not doing there job for them, the invoice alone said everything… Read more
what went on. So long story short after 3 years of paying monthly premiums which aren't that cheap mind you, they lost a customer over a $100 invoice. You are definately better off just sticking $100 a month away as a just in case find instead of jumping through there hoops, in saying that even though I'm not happy with the service they were the better pet insurance around, so it really does not say a lot lol.
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Just got an assessment back from these scammers. They asked all sorts of follow-up questions (Vets notes, then full history of every visit to the Vet for the entire life of my dog) looking for ways to get out of paying a basic claim. Eventually they broke the claim up into 3 separate claims so that the excess meant there was no payout. Show details
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We joined PetInsurance.com.au to cover our first family pet a year ago, and it’s been a great experience. It’s reassuring to have solid cover, good service, and excellent online tools that make managing everything simple. Knowing our pet is protected helps us all sleep easier at night! Show details · 1
I am very happy with the service I receive from Pet Insurance. My French Bulldog has had several issues and Pet Insurance has paid 80% of every bill. I only ever pay the gap at my Vet so I am not out of pocket for large bills. It only ever takes about 10 mins for approval to come through even during the Vet evening surgery hours. If the vet is… Read more
able to provide a quote for a procedure ahead of time I am able to get pre approval via email which takes about 24-48 hours. This allows me to budget ahead for my dogs medical issues. I highly recommend Pet Insurance.
Positive experience. Insurance for pets often has quite negative reviews, however no such problems with this company. I chose 'Gap only' and the claim went through very smoothly. Show details
We’re really good in processing claims promptly and keeping us informed. Claim process was easy and submitted by vet and paid. We only had to pay the”gap” which they kept us informed of as did the vet. Would most certainly recommend them. Really good value. Show details · 1
Recently had a vet procedure done on my dog. The claim process was very easy and simple. The clinic processed it and I just had to pay the gap. Good coverage and prompt service. Show details · 1
Excellent service and no questions asked on claims I have had nothing but a smooth and easy experience using Petinsurnce.com.au. Love their online 24 vet assistance with follow up the next day. Today Gil at customer service was most helpful and had my intentions in mind by offering me a great saving on my annual premium. Highly recommend. Show details · 1
Read the fine print. This policy doesnt cover much. Their "pre-existing" condition clause is garbage and used to deny almost everything a dog would seek treatment for in the ordinary course of their life. For example, our dog has long ear hair and gets an ear infection occasionally. Because she was treated for this previously, it is considered a… Read more
"pre-existing" condition and all subsequent occurrences will not be covered. Makes us wonder if the next time our dog ingests something they shouldnt (this happened once before and was the reason for us to get this coverage for her) if that would be deemed another "pre-existing" condition and justify the denial of coverage.
Not impressed. I've been a long time customer and always get texts for when my premium is due, so I log into the portal and pay manually. Two months ago texts randomly stopped and I received no emails! So for two months I was late paying for the first time ever due to no notifications that payments were due. I ring up petinsurance.com.au and… Read more
get overseas (which I've never had before), I then constantly get put on hold, I'm told someone else's information and then told to ignore that information as it was the wrong profile up! I then get told you no longer do text messages saying payments are due.
Absolute waste of half an hour on the phone!!! If the system works for customers why would you change it and not have an option to still receive notifications?!
I'll be ringing around tomorrow other pet insurances to see my options.
***Update***
Given two months free for the stuff up but straight away getting no notifications, only a final notice.
I ended up hanging up due to a rep not listening and becoming very angry in his tone. He isn't aware of any updates on the server (as previously told to me) and it must be my fault! Not there system.
If it was my fault my details wouldn't be correct and I wouldn't be getting a final NOTICE.
This is the final straw. I'll not be paying my premium. I'll be ringing around next week to find a better pet insurer that doesn't dismiss customers.
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I wish there were a 0-star rating to give. They are the worst insurance company ever for quickly rejecting claims, but they take 30 days to review again and find they were wrong. They create the worst conditions, and you have to be careful reading their terms, as you will get nothing if your pet gets an infection. Show details
Only time they actually paid out they later admitted was an accident and they've subsequently amended the policy to make sure that won't happen again. Every renewal the eligible claims get narrower and narrower to the point that I'm pretty sure he's now only covered for a short list of very specific injuries or an incredibly short list of illnesses. Show details
Absolutely a crap company. Do not recommend these filthy thieving pr*cks. First claim denied apparently an allergic reaction starting at my shepherd feet and then to his belly from licking and then to ears which then got infected is classified as pre existing injury. Can someone please explain to me how an ear infection is a pre existing injury. Worse company to deal with DO NOT GET INSURANCE FOR YOUR PET THROUGH THESE THIEVES Show details
I have my dog insured with Petinsurance.com.au for almost 3 years, I'm extremely happy with the services provided by Petinsurance.com.au. The entire process was always smooth and stress-free, Their assessment is incredibly fast, their pricing is reasonable compared to others I looked into. I truly appreciate how efficient and supportive their team was. Highly recommended! I Show details
I submitted two claims for the same incident with my dog ..First was local vet and second was specialist hospital where I took her as she became critically ill during the evening of the same day she had seen the local vet. She was admitted to the specialist hospital and stayed 3 days. Not Cheap!! .The first claim went through no problem. The… Read more · 1
second claim (for the hospital) was initially refused. I requested an internal review and investigation. This review process was excellent. I was kept updated regularly. It took several weeks as I think they needed more info from the specialist hospital. As a result eventually most of the items on the second claim were accepted and I received my part refund within a couple of days. The process was transparent with a very clear explanation of why, on review ,some items were accepted and others were not. I was very happy indeed with this process and can highly recommend this pet insurance. Their on line advice service from a vet is also a bonus.
Awful overseas customer service. I tried to take out 2 policies for my dogs. The set up and communication was so terrible I had no choice but to cancel on the first day of the policy. If joining was impossible I can't imagine having to make a claim. Show details
I called Pet Insurance.com.au with a query in regards to my dogs insurance cover. Nathan went above and beyond to assist me with my concerns. He surpassed my expectations and my query was resolved on the call. I had considered going elsewhere but the customer service is excellent and I won’t be going anywhere else. 10/10 Show details
My experience over the phone with Kit and petinsurance.com.au was great. She has helped me understand my policy and she values providing great customer service. She has also saved me from cancelling my policy and truly see the value of maintaining my current cover for my best friend! Thank you :) Show details
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