Real-World Vet Costs With MetLife Pet Insurance

See real-world examples of how pet insurance can help you save money on various veterinary costs.

Pet insurance can help you manage the cost of your pet's health needs so you don’t have to absorb veterinary expenses on your own. The examples below show how high-cost and common pet health conditions, as well as routine expenses, could be more financially accessible with MetLife Pet Insurance.

Major Pet Illness and Injury Costs

Condition

Typical Cost Without Pet Insurance

Example Cost With Pet Insurance1

Cancer

$8,0002

$800

Severe Trauma (vehicular)

$8,0003

$800

Poisoning

$5,0003

$500

Overnight Hospital Stay

$3,5002

$350

Cruciate Ligament Tear

$5,0002

$500

Intestinal Obstruction Surgery

$7,0003

$700

Broken Bone

$2,4002

$240

Major illnesses and injuries can happen in an instant, and often come with significant treatment costs. Dog insurance and cat insurance can help you reduce the financial burden of eligible care through reimbursement options, making it easier to say yes to vet care when it matters most.4

Common Vet Expenses

Condition

Typical Cost Without Pet Insurance

Example Cost With Pet Insurance1

Skin Allergies

$2,5002

$250

Gastroenteritis

$3,0003

$300

Feline Kidney Disease

$1,3002

$130

Diabetes

$2,9002

$290

Ear Infections

$8502

$85

Arthritis

$7502

$75

Dental Disease

$8002

$80

When deciding if pet insurance is the right fit for you, it can be helpful to compare the cost of potentially frequent vet bills with and without coverage. While reimbursement amounts vary based on the reimbursement option you choose, pet insurance may significantly reduce out-of-pocket expenses for eligible accidents, illnesses, and chronic conditions.4

Routine Pet Care Costs

Routine Care

Routine Care

Typical Cost Without Pet Insurance

Example Cost With Pet Insurance1

Dental Cleaning

$3802

$38

Spay or Neuter

$6002

$60

Vaccination

$502

$5

Parasite Prevention (monthly)

$302

$3

Diagnostic Blood Work

$2002

$20

Routine Check-up Exam

$1902

$19

**This table shows the savings for just one of our Preventive Care plan options. Get a quote or call us for more options.

Routine and preventative care helps pets stay healthy and provides an opportunity for vets to detect health concerns early. Depending on the plan you choose, optional Preventive Care coverage can help you offset expected vet costs like vaccinations, dental cleanings, and parasite prevention.

Your pet deserves great care. Get it with the help of MetLife Pet