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MetLife Pet Named “2025 Pet Insurance of the Year”

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The Pet Innovation Awards — an independent recognition platform highlighting the most innovative companies, services, and products in the highly competitive pet care industry — announced MetLife Pet Insurance has been selected as the 2025 “Pet Insurance of the Year.” This is the fourth consecutive year MetLife Pet has been awarded this designation, having received it in 2022, 2023, and 2024 as well. 

Named “Pet Insurance of the Year” for the 4th year in a row”1

What Does Award-Winning1 MetLife Pet Insurance Offer?

MetLife Pet Insurance offers protection for all stages of a pet’s life, with robust annual benefit amount options, chronic care coverage, and no lifetime or per-incident limits.2,3 MetLife Pet plans are also highly customizable, allowing pet parents to select the deductibles, annual benefit limits, and reimbursement percentages that best suit their personal situations.3,4,5

Coverage extends from exam fees and diagnostics to emergency care and prescription medications. MetLife Pet Insurance also has no additional waiting periods for orthopedic conditions — they fall under your standard illness and injury waiting periods that apply to your policy.6

Optional Preventive Care coverage can be added to your plan, utilizing a schedule of benefits with specific reimbursement limits.5 Depending on the add-on plan you choose, it can include coverage for expenses like flea and tick prevention, spay/neuter procedures, heartworm meds, teeth cleaning, vaccinations, and more.

MetLife Pet also offers a unique Family Plan that allows up to three dogs and cats to be on the same policy and share a deductible.2

Additional plan features

MetLife Pet Insurance offers additional features to policyholders, including a mobile app that allows pet parents to manage their policies and vet records, submit and track claims, and locate nearby pet care services. There’s also access to a live 24/7 vet chat7 and personalized articles to help you care for your pet. The company’s rewards program provides eligible policyholders with discounts up to 30%8 and offers on pet care-related purchases, where available.

Why MetLife Pet Insurance?

“An essential element to MetLife Pet Insurance’s mission is helping pets find and stay in a home that is right for them, and we are dedicated to always being there, supporting pet parents to confidently care for their pets,” said Brian Jorgensen, Head of Pet Insurance at MetLife. “We are excited to be selected as the winner of the ‘Pet Insurance of the Year’ award and remain committed to helping pet parents access care in their moments of need without worrying about the financial impact.”

The mission of the annual Pet Innovation Awards Program is to honor innovation and recognize the excellence, hard work, and success in a range of pet care industry categories — including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Housing, Toys, Training, Retailers & Services, and more. The 2025 Pet Innovation Awards attracted thousands of nominations from around the world.

“MetLife Pet Insurance really does have it all! The ability to cover both routine and unexpected veterinary costs ensures that pet owners can afford necessary medical treatments without financial strain. Peace of mind means pet owners focusing on their pet's health rather than the expense of potential illnesses or accidents,” said Travis Grant, Managing Director, Independent Innovation Awards. “MetLife Pet Insurance helps take the worry out of covering the cost of unexpected vet visits so pet parents can focus on what matters most, their furry family members.”

MetLife Pet Continues To Lead in the Pet Care Industry

We’re proud to be named 2025 “Pet Insurance of the Year” and hold steadfast in our commitment to serving pet owners in the pet care industry. When it comes to protecting your furry family and your finances, you may want an insurance company that’s been recognized for their hard work and passion. MetLife Pet might be the right fit for you.

Explore your customization options by getting a free, personalized quote today. Or call us at (866) 712-3026 to speak to a pet advocate.

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