Fetch Pet Insurance Plans Vs. Spot Pet Insurance Plans Comparison
In the world of pet insurance providers, we're all working toward healthier pets. With so many different options, it can be time consuming and tricky to find the right one. It gets even more confusing when your pet is dealing with specific conditions like hip dysplasia. When it comes to pet health, we feel like Spot plans really hit the "Spot." You might have some questions about pet insurance policies. Comparing Spot plans to other plans you might be considering, such as Fetch Pet Insurance plans, can help you see differences. Here’s what you need to know about how Spot plans differ from Fetch plans.
How do Spot plans and Fetch policies differ?
There are some key differences between Spot plans and Fetch plans. Here are a few that you might want to know about:
Fetch plans don't cover microchip implantation in their base accident and illness plans.
Fetch plans don't offer a multi-pet discount
Fetch policyholders must have their pet examined within 30 days of policy start (if they haven't been to the vet six months prior to the policy start date).
No Upper Age Limit
Exam Fees
Behavioral Issues
Preventive Care
Microchip
Prescription Foods
Alternative Therapies
Chronic Conditions
One Annual Deductible
Specialists
Hereditary & Congenital Conditions
Dental Illness
Multi Pet Discount
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
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Included
Not included/Some inclusionsNo Upper Age Limit
Tired of being told no? Spot plans don't place an upper age limit on coverage. *With Nationwide, only pets 10 years of age or younger may enroll in a Major Medical Plan. *With Embrace and USAA, pets of any age can be insured but pets 15+ are restricted to enrolling in new accident-only plans. *** "No upper age limit*** data in table with "Y" means pets are covered and can enroll in a new plan regardless of old age. "N" means there is a maximum age to enroll or be insured.
Exam Fees
Once your deductible is met, exam fees for accidents and illnesses related to covered conditions are covered. Annual physical exam fees are not covered. *With Figo, Prudent Pet, Embrace, Lemonade, Liberty Mutual, and Pets Best, an additional monthly fee is required. *With Pawp, Exam Fees are only covered in life-threatening emergency situations, and only 1 emergency a year.
Behavioral Issues
This coverage can help with eligible costs for veterinary visits for concerning behavioral issues that may be related to anxiety or compulsive behavior, like excessive licking, fur pulling, and destruction of home. *Trupanion behavioral issues coverage are available for an additional cost. *Fetch only covers up to $1k towards behavioral issues each year. *Metlife coverage available for an additional cost.
Preventive Care
Treatment for the purposes of avoiding an illness or injury or for the promotion of general heath, where there is no underlying illness, injury, or symptoms. Dental cleaning, wellness exams, deworming, flea/heartworm prevention, fecal and blood test, and more! Spot provides options to add preventive care coverage for extra monthly costs.
Microchip
Your core policy covers microchip implantation by a veterinarian; not any associated fees for registration, monitoring, or renewal. *With Pets Best, Fetch, Prudent Pet, Embrace, Geico and Trupanion, an additional monthly fee is required. *Included in Nationwide's and Liberty Mutual's Wellness packages for an additional monthly cost.
Prescription Foods
## Prescription Diets & Dietary Supplements A food that is prescribed by your veterinarian to treat a covered condition, with guaranteed analysis and safety standards. Spot plans don't cover the following prescription diets: treats, general health maintenance diets, weight loss diets, puppy or kitten diets, homemade diets, or raw food diets, even if prescribed or dispensed by your veterinarian. *Figo only covers food to treat bladder stones / crystals for up to 6 months *With Pets Best, an additional monthly fee is required. *Prudent Pet only covers prescription food costs to treat bladder stones and crystals for a limited time. *Fetch only covers prescription supplements, not prescription food. *Manypets covers prescription supplements, not prescription food.
Alternative Therapies
There are all sorts of alternative therapies now involved for pets, such as acupuncture, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, hydrotherapy, and low-level laser therapy. Spot plans can reimburse you for alternative therapies your pet might need to treat a covered condition.
Chronic Conditions
These are accidents & illnesses that need care across multiple plan period, such as diabetes and cancer. With accident & illness pet insurance plans provided by Spot, you don't have to worry about a condition becoming ineligible for coverage just because it is ongoing.
One Annual Deductible
Spot plans allow you to select from a range of annual deductible amounts. Once you meet your annual deductible, Spot plans will reimburse a percentage of covered expenses, according to the reimbursement percentage you select, up to your annual limit.
Specialists
Spot understands the importance of timing, which is why we’re proud to offer you plans with coverage at any licensed vet, emergency clinic or specialist in the US.
Hereditary & Congenital Conditions
This coverage is for the costs of eligible inherited illnesses and that don't show symptoms until later in your pet's life, like heart disease, IVDD, eye disorders, and hip dysplasia. *Healthy Paws does cover hereditary conditions, though pets enrolled after age 6 are not eligible for hip dysplasia coverage. *With Embrace, pets enrolled after age 6 are not eligible for hip dysplasia coverage. *Pawp covers hereditary and Congenital conditions only related to life-threatening emergencies.
Dental Illness
Spot plans cover dental illnesses if you enroll in an accident & illness plan, and Spot plans cover tooth extractions for accidents.
Multi Pet Discount
Insure one, discount the rest. Spot plans provide a 10% multi-pet discount for every additional pet insured. *Liberty Mutual gives 5% discount for first additional pet, and 10% for 3 or more.
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Take the time to understand if this service is for you and your furry pal. Test it out and determine if it’s right for you with our 30-day money back guarantee. *30-day money back guarantee only available if no claims have been covered. *Not available in NY. *Not available in ME. ME residents receive a 15 day right to examine.
Comparison information is provided using publicly available information as of 3/2/24 and is only meant to summarize program features, not a specific plan. Review each provider’s plan terms for more details. The descriptions of other providers’ plans were not provided by that company. If you have questions about other plans, please contact an agent of that company. It is our intention to provide fair and accurate comparison information. Although we attempt to keep information up to date, it may change from time to time. If you are aware of any inaccuracies or changes in the information provided, let us know by emailing marketing@spotpet.com.
4 Reasons to consider Spot plans over Fetch plans
1. Fetch plans don't cover microchip implantation.
Microchip implantation is quick and simple and can help increase the chance that a pet parent and lost pet will be reunited by 80%. All base plans provided by Spot cover microchip implantation.
Fetch plans do not cover microchip implantation in their base plans. For an extra cost, Fetch offers coverage for microchip implantation in their Wellness add-ons.
2. Fetch plans don't offer a multi-pet discount.
We know that many pet lovers can't have just one fur baby! Spot plans provide a 10 percent multi-pet discount for all added pets after the first. With Fetch plans, any added pets will have a full-priced premium insurance plan.
3. Fetch plans do not cover prescription food.
Spot plans cover prescription foods and supplements as long as they are prescribed by a licensed veterinarian.
Fetch plans do not cover any prescription foods.
4. Fetch plans may require an exam within 30 days of the policy start date.
Fetch requires new policyholders to take pets for an annual check-up and dental cleaning within six months of the policy start date to be eligible for coverage.
Spot plans do not have preventive care requirements for coverage eligibility.
Find the pet insurance that’s right for you
We trust that you know your pet best and will bring them in to see the vet when you know they need assistance. That’s why Spot plans don’t just cover exam fees for eligible conditions, but also alternative therapies, like acupuncture, that are prescribed to treat eligible conditions.
Tucker's Road to Recovery
When emotional support dog Tucker experienced a life-threatening injury to his neck, he needed extensive treatment. His pet parent Kim was able to choose the treatment option that would provide Tucker with the best quality of life because of the financial support provided by Tucker's Spot plan.
Cost of Treatment: $4,305
Spot Plan Reimbursed: $3,874.505
Happy Pet Parents Trust Spot
Claim reimbursement was easy!
Filing a claim for reimbursement was quick and easy. Monthly premium is also fairly priced.
Clear, fast, affordable
Very clear on what is covered and how to submit claims. Very past claims and payment process. Premiums are also very reasonable compared to other plans I've looked at.
Very fast
Very fast, responsive, and professional, thank you!
Filing the claim was very simple
Filing the claim was very simple. And it was fast.
I never have a problem submitting my…
I never have a problem submitting my claims or having prompt replies about any questions. I feel my pet's health is secure. I'm very happy!
They made the process easy and fast
They made the process easy and fast. I would recommend them to my friends.
Yearly exam.
I submitted the paperwork on a Tuesday and was paid on Friday. Same thing when she was spayed last year. If you don’t understand how to do it the first few times you can call customer service and they are very helpful.
Easy to upload documents and get…
Easy to upload documents and get reimbursed.
Very quick and efficient
My claim was processed quickly and efficiently. I am very pleased with the level of service I received.
Filling a claim is very easy
Filling a claim is very easy. They let you know if any extra information is needed. Decision and reimbursement was made within a few days. I would highly recommend!
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