Comments on: Pet Insurance Top Pick Revealed and Dr. T’s Panic Attack!

By: chuck robinson

chuck robinson — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:51:54 +0000

Well…Molly is on Pet Plan as of today. I talked with Adam Cooney and signed her up for the 80/20 plan. Surprisingly he said her dodemic mite problem would be covered 24 mos. after her last Dr. visit.

Fairly straight forward explanation of benefits and coverage.

It’s tough to take on another financial commitment….but I have been to the pet ER once. I had to have that pet euthanized due to the $10,000 quote for 3-5 days in the hospital.

By: Kate And The "Y" Doodles

Kate And The "Y" Doodles — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 01:07:33 +0000

Dr. T…thank you for sharing this blog site and letting me know about it. I will be switching to PetPlan immediately. I am MOST thankful that Braddy is OK. I can relate to your feelings remembering when Yarra at less than one year old ate a pack of bubblegum with Xylitol in it and went into the ER.
I am now the Bubble Gum cop and it isn’t allowed INTO the house. I have installed a bubble gum detector at the front door!
XOXOX

By: Pat Fujikawa

Pat Fujikawa — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:07:55 +0000

Paula,
So happy that Brad Pit has recovered and is doing well. Based on your recommendation we purchased PetPlan and I feel relieved that emergencies will now be covered. We’ve brought our “family” to you since 1992 and the care that you provide our girlies is the same loving care that you provide to your own family. We’re so glad that we found you!!

By: Denise Fleck

Denise Fleck — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 21:26:34 +0000

Oh Paula, I’m so glad this story has a happy ending. See everyone…emergencies can happen to the pets of even all-prepared, all-knowing veterinarians! So it is soooo important that all pet parents know how to help our four-legged kids before we can get them to professional medical help (ie: Pet First-Aid & CPR), that we have the tools for the job (Pet First-Aid Kit), that we know where our nearest Animal Emergency Center is AND…that we’ve done our homework and have a way to be able to pay for the help they need. Thank you Dr. T and Founders for this great information about pet insurance and I’m so glad it came to Braddy’s rescue!

By: Eric Christensen

Eric Christensen — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 16:18:14 +0000

Julie,

As we mentioned in the blog, pet insurance policies will not cover pre-existing conditions.

By: Julie Conrad

Julie Conrad — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:41:57 +0000

Wow, that must have been scary! I’m so glad Brad Pit is all better. I can’t seem to locate on the Petplan website if they cover pre-existing conditions, such as allergies.

Thanks so much for all your research with this!
Julie, Holly, Cassie, and Brooklyn

By: Kris Hanna, Camp Bow Wow Anaheim

Kris Hanna, Camp Bow Wow Anaheim — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:12:12 +0000

OMG! Brad Pitt is adorable with his little ducky. I’m glad he was saved!

By: Jacqueline Jakle

Jacqueline Jakle — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:25:53 +0000

Dr. T: Thank you for sharing your experience with your Brad Pit. I am so happy for both of you that your “baby” is better and all is well. The photo of you holding Brad shows your concern and emotions, and it touched me. I’ve been where you were and it doesn’t feel good.

Yes, emergencies happen and I speak from personal experience about the fear for my beloved dog’s life, and the fear of not having the financial means to pay for treatment. I’ve lost two of my beloved Beagles who became gravely ill after taking Rx my previous vet recommended. I did not have pet insurance and my credit card took a hit for my pet’s care, but my heart took a bigger hit when my pets got so sick they could not recover. I trusted my vet, asked all the right questions, but my Barney and Nicholas were not lucky enough to get through the course of treatment without grave complications.

I believe, as you, that pet insurance is necessary and I will make my call to Petplan to get information that suits my budget. I appreciate you talking to me this morning about it when I brought Holly in for an exam.

My dogs are my kids…they are my family, and I love them dearly. I want to do everything I can to keep them healthy, happy and safe. Pet insurance will supplement what I, as Doggy Mommy, do day-to-day. There will be some peace of mind if an emergency happens…and they surely do.

Thank you for sharing your story and I truly hope you and Brad spend many wonderful years together.

Jackie

By: Lisa Scarsi

Lisa Scarsi — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:20:33 +0000

I am sorry to hear that you had a rough weekend but delighted to hear of your positive experience with PetPlan. I purchased PetPlan for both my dogs about a month ago. I have not had to use it yet (thank goodness) but I feel so much better having it and knowing that it’s a good plan. I can’t thank you enough for your research and pointing me, Ginger and Buddy in the right direction!!
Give Brad extra hugs from us!!

By: Elise Holmes

Elise Holmes — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:09:31 +0000

Your passion for your “children” is so amazing to me Paula! This is the main reason I come to Founders. The knowlege that you bring to your practice is so comforting! Not to mention the brilliance of the emergency clinic in Tustin. Who, by the way, have saved my dogs countless times. Yes, the expense is more often overwhelming than not, but now we can be sure to save a bit of money by turning in claims for our darlings. I am so thankful for all of your work!!!!!