Beau's dad goes the extra mile

Mike lives in New York City with his 15-year-old Siberian husky, Beau. For most of his life, Beau's vet visits were for commonplace ailments. But recently, they discovered something more serious: cancer.

After factoring in Beau's age and the unlikelihood of the cancer to spread, Mike and his veterinarian decided not to operate. However, Mike must take Beau in every 10 days for treatment.

Taking a pet to the veterinarian that frequently would be a challenge for most—and that's with the convenience of a car. But in New York, where most people rely on the subway, getting Beau to the vet presents a unique set of challenges.

At 15 years old, Beau is unable to walk long distances. So every 10 days, Mike rents or borrows a car to get him to the vet. As for the costs involved?

"I don't even think about it," he says. "I'm hoping that whatever I have in insurance will take care of some of it, but I just don't even think about it... Whatever to take care of my dog is what I'm gonna do."

The Garvis family
New York, NY
VPI policyholder for 9 years

Tala is a regular at the pet hospital

Like most dogs, Tala has been in and out of the veterinarian's office for many incidents, ranging from kennel cough to bladder infections. The Chinese crested's most recent trip came during a bout of severe vomiting and diarrhea. Fortunately, she recovered quickly.

For her parents, a pet insurance plan is a peace-of-mind investment. "[I]t was not only the savings but also to feel protected in case of any accidents," explains Emilio. "VPI has helped with everything from minor health issues and common illnesses to having her spayed. Trust me on this one, you will feel much better if your pet has health insurance."

The Smeke family
West Hollywood, CA
VPI policyholder for 3 years

Duncan is a lifelong VPI'er

For the Rosses, VPI Pet Insurance has always been an integral part of their West Highland white terrier's life. "This is Duncan's tenth year with a VPI policy and VPI has always partnered with me for Duncan's health," says his pet parent, Nicki.

Duncan's policy has certainly been put to good use over the years, from wellness visits and chronic skin allergies to surgeries for gum disease and to remove a foxtail from his foot.

"I would recommend starting with VPI when your pet is young and continue on through its life," says Nicki. "We love our animals like family and sometimes things happen and no one wants to be in a situation where they can't afford to care for them and be faced with an unthinkable alternative."

The Ross family
La Jolla, CA
VPI policyholder for 11 years

Snowie needed chemo

"The last thing I expected was that Snowie would get cancer," says his pet parent, Archie. "But here we are."

Fortunately, Snowie is doing well after X-rays, countless tests, surgery and chemotherapy–all paid for with the help of his VPI Pet Insurance policy.

"I have been very pleased with the whole process regarding submission of claims, of claims and claims settlement," says Archie, a retired insurance investigator. "I've reviewed many human health insurance situations which did not get the kind of compassionate treatment we have received with Snowie!"

The Millben family
Williamston, MI
VPI policyholder for 3 years