Why Pet Insurance
It's scientifically proven that people who own a pet will live longer, be happier and feel less stressed. So how do you care for the pet that makes you a better human?
Introducing Petbarn Pet Insurance. It’s peace of mind that you can provide your pet with veterinary treatment with assistance from pet insurance when the unexpected happens.
Give your pets the care they deserve
Veterinary care comes at a cost, and if your pet needs emergency treatment due to an accident or illness, you could be looking at a bill for hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Taking out pet insurance is the only way for Australian pet owners to protect their finances while making sure the furry members of the family get the care they need.
Earn and Redeem Friends for Life points
Earn points on every single dollar spent on your premium. Petbarn Pet Insurance covers up to 80% of your vet bills, so you'll never have to make difficult decisions if your pet needs expensive treatments that you wouldn't be able to afford on your own. Our pet insurance is distributed by Australia's largest pet vet and retail network, and every dollar you spend on your premiums earns you Friends For Life points that can be redeemed at Petbarn stores or Greencross Vets clinic
Petbarn Pet Insurance
Petbarn Pet Insurance products provide great protection for your cat or dog, and is distributed by Australia’s largest pet network. Choose the plan to suit your budget while earning Friends For Life points for every dollar you pay on premiums. Our plans cover up to 80% of the cost of eligible vet bills (pre-existing conditions are excluded), allowing you to re-coup up to $20,000 per year on our Ultimate plan.
Dog insurance
cat insurance
COVER OPTIONS^
Our plans cover up to 80% of the cost of eligible vet bills (pre-existing conditions are excluded), allowing you to re-coup up to $20,000 per year.
MAKE A CLAIM
Option 1 - Online Claiming:
For existing members please visit the PetPortal to submit your claim.
- Simply upload a copy of both the itemised invoice and the consultation notes from your vet visit.
- If this is your first claim we require your pet’s full medical history from all previous vets from the time you first owned your pet.
- If your pet was adopted at an older age please supply adoption paperwork and medical records since adoption.
If you are a new member please Sign Up to use PetPortal.
Option 2 - Paper Claiming:
If you would prefer to send us your claim through the post, please ensure you have the completed the following additional steps:
- Print a claim form and fill in your details.
- Take it with you to the vet and ask them to fill out Section 2. Both you and your vet will need to sign the form.
- Attach the original itemised invoices, payment receipts and consultation notes and post them in to; Petbarn Pet Insurance, Locked Bag 9021, Castle Hill NSW, 1765.
Download Forms:
Pet Claim Form
Cruciate Ligament Examination Form
Pre-Existing Condition Exclusion Form
^ Terms, conditions, waiting periods and exclusions apply. Petbarn Pet Insurance is general insurance issued by the insurer The Hollard Insurance Company Pty Ltd (ABN 78 090 584 473; AFSL 241436) (Hollard), is distributed and promoted by Greencross Limited (ABN 58 119 778 862; AR No. 1241197) and administered by PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd (ABN 95 075 949 923; AFSL 420183) (PetSure). Greencross acts as an Authorised Representative of PetSure. Greencross may receive a commission which is a percentage of the premium paid to Hollard and PetSure may receive a portion of the underwriting profit, if any – ask PetSure for more details. Any advice provided is general only and has been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs and may not be right for you. Consequently, before acting on this information, you should consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should obtain and consider the Combined PDS, Policy Terms and Conditions & FSG available here in deciding whether to acquire or continue to hold, Petbarn Pet Insurance.
Frequently asked questions^
- WHAT PERCENTAGE OF MY VET EXPENSES AM I COVERED FOR?
- We will reimburse you the Benefit Percentage selected by you which will be shown on your current Certificate of Insurance. For example, for an 80% Benefit Percentage we will reimburse you up to 80% of the eligible Vet Expenses (Excess and sub limits may also apply. The applicable Excess will be deducted from your benefit amount).
- WHAT WAITING PERIODS APPLY?
- The Waiting Periods that apply are: 30 days - for Conditions covered under the Illness and tick paralysis sections. 6 months – for cruciate ligament Conditions (may be waived on application, refer to the ‘Waiting Period’ definition on page 21). 6 months – for treatment covered under the Dental Illness Benefit section if you have chosen this option and (this benefit is shown on the Certificate of Insurance).
- WHAT IS A PRE-EXISTING CONDITION?
- It is any condition (illness or injury) or symptoms or signs of that condition occurring or existing in any form prior to the Commencement Date of your policy or during the policy waiting period. Pre-existing conditions will not be covered under the policy. For example, if your pet shows first signs of cancer prior to you taking out insurance cover or within the Waiting Period, then cancer will be considered as Pre-existing and all expenses incurred for cancer will not be covered. For more information, refer to the Combined Product Disclosure Statement, Policy Terms and Conditions and Financial Services Guide.
- WHAT IS AN EXAMPLE OF A BI-LATERAL CONDITION?
- An example would be, if your pet displays clinical signs of a cruciate ligament Condition in the left leg prior to the Commencement Date of the policy or during the Waiting Period (a Pre-existing Condition), Vet Expenses for a subsequent cruciate ligament Condition in the right leg will not be covered. (Refer to the ‘Bilateral Condition’ definition on page 18 of the Combined Product Disclosure Statement, Policy Terms and Conditions and Financial Services Guide.
- WILL I HAVE LIFELONG COVER FOR MY PET?
- Once your pet is accepted and as long as you continue to renew your policy, your pet will be covered for eligible Vet Expenses for life. You can apply for Illness Cover as long as your pet is over 8 weeks old.
- WHAT EXCLUSIONS APPLY?
- As with most insurance policies, there are certain situations where you will not be covered. It is important that you read all of your policy documentation for full details of what is covered under each policy. For a list of General Exclusions refer to section 6 of the Combined Product Disclosure Statement, Policy Terms and Conditions and Financial Services Guide.