Does Pets Best Insurance Cover Cancer Treatment?

One of the most terrifying diagnoses for our beloved pets to receive is a diagnosis of cancer. Not only is it terrible news to hear of a cancer diagnosis for your dog or cat, but the costs associated with treatment can be a major financial barrier for many pet parents. Resulting in a long, costly road to recovery for your pet.

However, there is hope for your dog or cat, as many new cancer treatments and therapies are becoming available. Pets Best is committed to offering coverage at every step of the way – whether it’s during diagnosis, treatment, or recovery.

Unfortunately, cancer diagnoses are more common for dogs than one might think. It’s estimated that 6 million new cancer cases in dogs are reported every year, (American Animal Hospital Association, 2023) and that doesn’t include the number of pets who aren’t brought into clinics for a diagnosis. Additionally, the Veterinary Cancer Society claims that 1 in 4 dogs will develop cancer in their lifetime —and that number goes to 2 in 4 with dogs over 10 years old.

The most common forms are:

Fortunately for our canine companions, half of all forms of cancer in dogs can be treated if detected soon enough.

Number of Dog Cancer Claims by Age

Many forms of cancer in your dog can be treated if they’re caught quickly enough. As a pet owner, be sure to notify your veterinarian if you notice any of the following symptoms:

• Abnormal swelling or rapidly growing lumps
• Sores that do not heal
• Loss of appetite and weight loss
• Bleeding or discharge from body openings
• Difficulty eating, swallowing, or breathing
• Lameness
• Difficulty urinating or defecating

If your dog presents any of these symptoms, take them to a veterinarian clinic or pet hospital to get a proper diagnosis (American Animal Hospital Association).