Travel Insurance for Pet Owners

Best travel insurance for pet owner cost

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What Factors Should Pet Owners Consider When Buying Travel Insurance?

  • Trip Cancellation - We know how important your dogs and cats are to you, and we understand why you might need to cancel your trip if something unexpected happens to them. Some travel protection plans can help cover the cost if your dog, cat, or service animal becomes sick, injured, or passes away.
  • Extended boarding - iTravelInsured Travel SE and iTravelInsured Travel LX both offer a pet kennel benefit. If an airline delays your return trip for a certain amount of time, these plans can reimburse you for any extra kennel fees or costs caused by the delay, up to a set limit.
  • Trip Interruption - No one wants to think about a pet getting sick or hurt while you're away from home, but if you're forced to end your vacation early to comfort Fido, trip interruption benefits can kick in. A pet's unforeseen illness or injury is a covered reason under this benefit, which can reimburse you for unused, prepaid, non-refundable travel costs plus the additional transportation expenses required to get you home, up to the maximum benefit amount.
  • Pet Insurance - We know you want your pet to stay happy and healthy, even when you're not traveling. That's why IMG has partnered with Fetch to offer pet insurance for your dog or cat. This Itravelinsured plans can help keep them healthy and happy for as long as possible.
Patriot lite Insurance

Pet Benefits

  • Pet Return - This benefit includes reimbursement of the cost of a one-way economy commercial airline or ground transportation ticket to return a pet cat or dog to the airport within the insured person's country of residence.
  • Small Pet Common Air Carrier Accidental Death: - : This many may provide coverage in the event of an unexpected death of pet cat or dog weighing up to thirty pounds and travelling with a covered insured person on a common air carrier. This benefit applies to the only insured person's originating flight from the country of residence, and the pet must be checked with the air carrier, whether travelling in the airplane cabin with the insured person.
  • Pet Kennel - : The pet kennel benefit is a travel insurance feature that covers the cost of additional kennel or boarding fees if your trip is delayed or interrupted. For example, if an airline delays your return flight, this benefit helps reimburse you for the extra expenses of keeping your pet in a kennel or boarding facility until you're able to return and reunite with them.

What are the best travel medical insurance plans for pet owners?

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  • Offers medical maximum from $50,000 to $1,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to $1,000,000
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  • Offers medical maximum from $50,000 to $1,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to $1,000,000
  • Acute on set of pre-existing condition covers up to 70 years up to max limit.
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  • Offers medical maximum from $1,000,000 to $8,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to maximum limit
  • Acute on set of pre-existing condition covers up to 70 years up to max limit.
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  • Offers medical maximum from $50,000 to $1,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to $1,000,000
  • Acute on set of pre-existing condition covers up to 70 years up to max limit.
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  • Offers medical maximum from $50,000 to $1,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to $1,000,000
  • Acute on set of pre-existing condition covers up to 70 years up to max limit.
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  • Offers medical maximum from $2,000,000 to $8,000,000
  • This plan covers pet return benefit up to $1,000 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog traveling with the insured person)
  • Small pet common air carrier accidental death up to $500 maximum limit. Not subject to deductible. (For a pet cat or dog up to 30 pounds traveling with the insured person)
  • Medical evacuation covered up to maximum limit
  • Acute on set of pre-existing condition covers up to 70 years up to max limit.
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Why is Travel Insurance Important for Pet Owners?

Pets are more than just animals they are family. They love us without conditions, teach us responsibility and care, and help reduce stress with their companionship.

We know that as a pet parent, it can be tough to think about leaving your pets behind when you travel. You might decide to board your dog, Fido, so he can enjoy playing with other dogs, or you may prefer a cat sitter for Fluffy to keep her comfortable at home. No matter what, it's important to make sure they get the best care while you're away. We also understand how important it is to come home to your pets safely, which is why we offer travel protection benefits and non-insurance services to help you stay safe and worry-free while you explore the world.

What are best travel insurance plans for pet owners?

The iTravelInsured Travel SE and iTravelInsured Travel LX plans are our top choices for pet owners. These plans offer coverage for extra pet kennel fees due to travel delays, as well as trip cancellation and interruption benefits if your pet becomes sick or injured.

ITravelInsured Travel SE

  • Trip Cancellation covered up to 100% of trip cost up to $150,000
  • Trip Interruption covered up to 150% of trip cost
  • Pet kennel benefit covered up to $100 per day ($300 max per pet)
  • Emergency accident and sickness medical coverage up to $250,000
  • Emergency medical evacuation covered up to $500,000
  • This plan offers primary medical coverage

iTravelInsured Travel LX insurance

  • Trip Cancellation covered up to 100% of trip cost up to $150,000
  • Trip Interruption covered up to 150% of trip cost
  • Pet kennel benefit covered up to $100 per day ($500 max per pet)
  • Emergency accident and sickness medical coverage up to $500,000
  • Emergency medical evacuation covered up to $1,000,000
  • Optional cancel for any reason covered up to 75% of trip cost

How much travel medical insurance cost for pet owners?

Travel medical insurance cost for pet owners ranges from $72 to $637 for a month. The cost may varies depending on travelers age, length of coverag, medical maximum and deductible.

For example here we are showing cost for $250 deductible and with duration of one month.

Plan name Plan Max Range Age 40 Age 60
Patriot America Lite $50,000 to $1,000,000 $72 - $130 $153 - $189
Visitors Preferred $50,000 to $1,000,000 $77 - $144 $148 - $301
Patriot America Plus $50,000 to $1,000,000 $77 - $139 $164 - $311
Patriot America platinum $1,000,000 to $8,000,000 $138 - $291 $322 - $637

Source:American Visitor Insurance®

How much does travel insurance cost for pet owners?

The Trip insurance cost for pet owners ranges from $525 to $14,652 for a 15 days duration of trip. The cost is based on the age of travelers, trip cost and trip duration.

For example here we are showing cost for 15 days duration of trip for a 40 years old traveler.

Plan name Trip cost $10,000 Trip Cost $20,000 Trip Cost $50,000 Trip Cost $100,000
ITravelinsured SE $525 $1,074 $2,682 $5,362
ITravelinsured LX $957 $2,932 $7,327 $14,652

Source:American Visitor Insurance®

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IMG Pet Owners - FAQs

1.Is Pet Insurance Included in Travel Insurance Plans?

Pet insurance is generally not automatically included in standard travel insurance plans. However, many travel insurance providers offer optional add-ons or separate coverage specifically for pets. These may include:

  • Trip Cancellation and Interruption Benefits: If your pet becomes sick or injured before or during your trip, you may be able to cancel or interrupt your travel and get reimbursed for non-refundable expenses.
  • Pet Kennel/ Boarding Fees: If your trip is delayed and you need to keep your pet in a kennel for longer than planned, this coverage can reimburse you for those extra fees.
  • Emergency Medical Expenses: Some travel plans offer coverage for emergency veterinary treatment if your pet gets sick or injured while traveling.

2.What Does Travel Insurance for Pet Owners Cover?

Travel insurance for pet owners covers trip cancellation, trip interruption, cancel for any reason , trip delay and more.

3.Does Travel Insurance Cover Pet Kennel Fees in Case of a Travel Delay?

Yes. ITravelinsured LX and SE plans covers pet kennel benefit up to $100 per day and $500 maximum per pet.