Question 1

I'm a dog/cat breeder. How can I work with Petplan?

Accepted Answer

With a Petplan Instant Puppy Policy and Instant Kitten Policy you can make sure your puppies or kittens are covered by a period of free insurance from Petplan when you see them off to their new homes. Petplan Instant Puppy or Kitten Policies are free for you to issue and are free to the new owner. They are quick and simple to use and give you and the new owner maximum peace of mind by providing immediate cover for unexpected vet fees, death and loss by theft or straying. What's more, with each Instant Policy you activate you, will receive Breeder Bonus credits that can be exchanged for a range of high street vouchers. You can even use your credits to make donations to the animal charity of your choice. For further information please [visit Petplan Breeder](https://www.petplanbreeder.co.uk/).

Question 2

What are you doing to help your existing customers?

Accepted Answer

We are working around the clock to support our customers in a number of ways during the COVID-19 pandemic . This includes making sure that we can continue to receive and pay claims to allow pets to get the treatment they need and we are prioritising our telephone service for existing customers.

Question 3

Can I claim for complementary treatments?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if your policy includes cover for Complementary Treatment. In this instance treatments such as hydrotherapy recommend by your vet would be covered by your policy. Petplan’s covered for life and covered for 12 months essential policies provide a comprehensive level of cover which includes the cost of treatments such as hydrotherapy, acupuncture and homeopathic medicine. These will first have to be recommended by your vet, and we’ll pay up to the maximum amount detailed in your certificate of insurance.

**[Log in to My Petplan](https://login.my.petplan.co.uk/) to view your policy documents and see what your pet is covered for.**

**Make a claim [here](https://www.petplan.co.uk/existing-customers/make-a-claim/).**

Question 4

What cat insurance policies do you have?

Accepted Answer

There are three different levels of cat insurance available. For the maximum cover available from Petplan, choose one of our Covered For Life® policies; Petplan Classic or Petplan Ultimate plan. These are designed for cat owners worried about their cat developing a long-term illness like arthritis or eczema, and needing ongoing treatment from a vet. Petplan Essential is designed for cat owners who want cover to provide help with the initial high cost of veterinary treatment but are happy to fund ongoing treatments for the same illness or injury themselves after the cover has finished.

Question 5

What dog insurance policies do you have?

Accepted Answer

There are three different levels of dog insurance on offer. For the maximum cover available from Petplan, choose one of our Covered For Life ® policies. These are designed for dog owners worried about their dog developing a long-term illness, like arthritis or eczema, needing extensive ongoing treatment from a vet. Petplan Essential is designed for dog owners who want cover to provide help with the initial high cost of veterinary treatment.

Question 6

Will you cover an illness or injury that my pet has suffered from previously?

Accepted Answer

We cannot provide cover for conditions showing clinical signs before your free cover starts. If you make a valid claim during the free cover, we will still cover the cost of treating the illness or injury on your full policy as long as you take this out before your free cover ends.

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Question 7

When can I call Petplan?

Accepted Answer

**Customer Service:** If you have a query regarding an existing dog, cat or rabbit policy, please call our customer service centre on 0345 071 8000.

Monday - Friday:	8am - 7pm  
Saturday - Sunday:	9am - 2pm

**Sales Team:** You can contact our sales team on 0345 077 1934 if you have a question about purchasing a policy for your pet. However, you can 
purchase pet insurance online, find out more about our types of [pet insurance](https://www.petplan.co.uk/pet-insurance) or just [get a quote](https://quote.petplan.co.uk) quickly and easily.

Monday - Friday:	8am - 7pm  
Saturday - Sunday:	9am - 6pm

Question 8

How can I add someone to my policy?

Accepted Answer

If you would like to add someone who can also manage and and access your policy, please complete the [Add a nominated person](https://www.petplan.co.uk/existing-customers/add-nominated-person/) form. You will need to provide their full name, date of birth, and their relationship to you.

* A nominated person can discuss, make changes, cancel, renew and make a payment on the specified policy. 
* A nominated person cannot reinstate a policy or transfer its ownership to another person, nor can they change the payee from the policy holder.

Question 9

How do I make an overdue payment?

Accepted Answer

If we were unable to take your Direct Debit payment you will need to make payment immediately in order to continue your cover. Please visit the [My payments page](https://my.petplan.co.uk/payments) in My Petplan and follow the link to update your Direct Debit details and pay the outstanding amount.

Question 10

What does a veterinary fees claim excess mean?

Accepted Answer

The excess is the amount you pay towards the cost of treating each illness or injury during the period of cover (i.e. the policy year or up to the maximum benefit), which is not related to any other illness or injury treated during the same period of cover. If your policy covers illness/injury for 12-months you will pay an excess per condition for the 12 month/maximum benefit period in which you are entitled to claim. If you have a Covered For Life® policy, as your monetary limit is refreshed each year you will pay an excess per condition per policy year. Some policies may also include a percentage excess, if this is the case this means you will pay an excess on each claim you make. The exact percentage that will be deducted from your claim will be shown on your Certificate of insurance. We will automatically deduct the excess amount whilst we are assessing your claim - so whoever is the payee on the claim will receive the claim settlement amount less the excess. Please make sure you check your excess on your policy documents carefully as your cover can change at renewal. If you need help completing your claim form or have any questions about how your excess will be applied you can call our customer service team on 0345 071 8000.

**You can make a claim online [here](https://www.petplan.co.uk/existing-customers/make-a-claim/). **