Pet Insurance for Employees
A pet is more than just a pet — they’re an essential part of the family.
At MetLife, we understand the struggle of rising costs and economic uncertainties — and 37% of pet owners also expect to pay more in pet care costs year over year.1 As such, individuals and families are turning to employee benefits for support. One benefit people are increasingly looking for is pet insurance through employers.2
When employees are satisfied with their benefits, they are 2.1x more likely to be financially healthy.2 So let’s explore some of the reasons you might consider including this voluntary benefit in your portfolio.
Pets Make an Impact at Home — and in the Workplace
Many of your employees may be adding furry friends to their family every year. These pet parents likely want to care for their companions like they would any family member.
With MetLife Pet Insurance, you can help support your employees’ evolving needs by offering pet insurance as a benefit. This may save them money and can help ease the financial stress of covered veterinary care for a sick or injured pet. And if you’re a pet parent looking for specifics about our coverage, check out MetLife Pet’s pet insurance through your employer page.
Pet parents prioritize their pets’ well-being – even amid rising costs
say their pet visits the vet just as often — if not more — than they see their own doctor1
of pet parents would make budget cuts to their own lifestyle before disrupting their pet’s1
of pet parents said their pet was their main source of happiness throughout the year1
Did You Know?
59% of employees consider pet insurance a must have or nice-to-have benefit.2
Why Pet Insurance?
You can help your employees more easily manage unexpected vet bills by offering pet insurance as a benefit they can turn to for support.
Pet parents want to say yes to vet care when it matters most without worrying about the cost. Help ease the financial stress that can come with paying vet bills by offering pet insurance as an employee benefit. Our comprehensive, flexible coverage is built for and by pet lovers so people can confidently care for their dogs and cats.
Here’s why your employees might think our dog insurance and cat insurance stands out from the pack:
Coverage for pre-existing conditions
For group employees who switch to MetLife, we can provide coverage for pre-existing conditions already covered by another provider when they make the switch.3
Competitive rates and discounts
We offer a wide range of discounts4 and a healthy pet incentive5 to help pet parents save even more money. We’re also the only provider with a Family Plan that covers up to three pets on one policy with a shared deductible at a discounted rate.6,7
Flexibility and customization
When signing up, employees can choose from various coverage levels to fit their budget and unique needs. This includes a wide range of reimbursement, deductible, and annual limit options.7
Coverage for exam fees, prescription food, and holistic care
We can help employees cover many things other providers don’t, such as office visit or exam fees and prescribed food and supplements. Holistic care coverage is also included — such as acupuncture, herbal remedies and CBD oil, laser therapy, and hydrotherapy — when prescribed by a veterinarian.
Optional Preventive Care
Employees can add an optional Preventive Care plan to their policy to help them cover pet wellness costs such as flea, tick, and heartworm meds, vaccinations, fecal and heartworm tests, teeth cleanings, and wellness exams.
Simple setup and claims
In addition to an integrated service and administration experience across other MetLife benefits, enrolling in pet insurance is quick and easy. Employees might also appreciate a streamlined claims process when they use their benefits and fast reimbursements.
Did You Know?
Employees with pet insurance are 1.2x more likely to be financially healthy, which may help them worry less about unexpected pet health and financial issues.2