Addressing the fear and reluctance found in many veterinarians and staff members, Wendy Hauser, DVM, summarizes key elements of pet insurance.
- Pet insurance is property insurance, not an accident and health product.
- Veterinary teams are allowed to endorse the idea that pet health insurance is a helpful tool in helping the client provide care for their pets.
Source: Today’s Veterinary Business, December 2019. Link.
I firmly believe that it is incumbent upon us as health care professionals to educate clients early about the cost of pet ownership and communicate information about tools that will help them provide great care to their pets. These tools include wellness plans, pet health insurance and third-party payer options.” – Wendy Houser, DVM
Also see: The annual cost of pet ownership: Can you afford a furry friend? Money under 30, January 16, 2020. Link.
INSIGHTS: Houser calls for animal health pros to educate clients about the costs associated with pet ownership. The article from money under 30 helps predict costs. Remember to multiply by the expected life span.