Pet insurance for Maine Coon

• Up to $15,000 cover for eligible vet bills
• Choice of policies including ‘Umbrella for Life’
• Up to 100% of eligible vet bills covered
• Manage your policy and claims online
• Choose any registered vet in New Zealand

Give your Maine Coon the protection they need - without the stress.

The Maine Coon is one of New Zealand’s most popular large companion cat breeds. Originally from the United States, Maine Coons are known for their impressive size, tufted ears, and friendly, dog-like personalities.

Maine Coons are adored for their thick, shaggy coats, bushy tails, and gentle nature. Despite their large size, they are affectionate, sociable, and great with families — making them a favourite among Kiwi cat owners.

 

  • Average lifespan: 12–15 years
  • Average adult weight: 5–9 kg (females), 6–11+ kg (males)
  • Group: Companion
  • Temperament: Gentle, friendly, intelligent, playful
  • Coat colours: Wide variety including tabby, black, white, blue, red, and cream
  • Average claim for a Maine Coon cat:  $934
Adult-brown-tabby-Maine-Coon-sits-on-a-cat-tree

Common health issues in Maine Coon

Maine Coons are generally robust but are predisposed to several genetic and size-related conditions:

 

  • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: $1,500–$5,000+ for diagnosis and long-term management
  • Hip Dysplasia: $2,000–$6,000 per hip for surgery
  • Spinal Muscular Atrophy: $500–$2,000 for diagnosis and supportive care
  • Dental Disease: $300–$1,500 per procedure
  • Obesity-related problems: $300–$1,200 per year for ongoing care

Your guide to owning a Maine Coon cat

Thinking about adding a Maine Coon to your household? Here’s what Kiwi owners should know.

Smiling Veterinarian Using Stethoscope to Examining Breathing of a Pet Maine Coon Sitting on a Check Up Table. Cat Owner Patiently Waiting in the Room to Calm the Red Cat. Visit to Veterinary Clinic

Diet and nutrition

Maine Coons require a nutrient-rich diet to support their large frame and overall health.

Key dietary considerations:

  • High-quality protein to support muscle mass
  • Controlled portions to prevent obesity
  • Omega-3 fatty acids for joint, coat, and heart health
  • Joint-support supplements may be beneficial

Maintaining a healthy weight is essential to reduce stress on joints and minimise health risks.

Adult Brown and white Maine Coon walks towards the camera

Exercise requirements

Maine Coons are active and playful, especially when young, but generally have a moderate energy level.

Daily exercise needs:

  • 30–60 minutes of play
  • Climbing towers and interactive toys
  • Puzzle feeders and enrichment activities
  • Encourage movement to prevent weight gain
Adult grey and white Maine Coon cat lies leaning against a scratching post

Who is the Maine Coon cat perfect for?

Maine Coons are ideal for:

  • Families with children
  • Multi-pet households (they are usually very sociable)
  • Owners wanting a large, affectionate companion
  • Indoor homes with space for climbing and play

Why insurance matters for Maine Coon cats in NZ

Maine Coons are prone to heart conditions, joint issues, and genetic disorders that may require specialist care, diagnostics, or even surgery. These treatments can be expensive in New Zealand.

Comprehensive pet insurance helps cover unexpected veterinary costs – including diagnostics, surgery, medication, and ongoing treatment – giving you peace of mind throughout your Maine Coon’s life.

Find the right pet insurance for your Maine Coon cat

Superior – the most comprehensive insurance cover offered, with the lowest excess, giving you confidence that your cat will be looked after if illness or injury strikes.

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for eligible treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $15,000

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Alternative and complementary treatment (within veterinary fee limit)

    The cost of any examination, consultation advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommended. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy. Please refer to PDS for further information.

    Up to $4,000

    (Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

     

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered. If your cat is stolen or goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value) if your cat is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

    Up to $2,000

     

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your cat is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

    Up to $500

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    Cover the cost of multiple pets

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $125
    $125+20% (8+ years)
    $125+35% (10+ years)

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

     injury: no waiting period
    illness: 21 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for eligible treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $10,000

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Alternative and complementary treatment (within veterinary fee limit)

    The cost of any examination, consultation advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommended. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy. Please refer to PDS for further information.

    Up to $2,000

    (Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

     

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $500

     

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered. If your cat is stolen or goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value) if your cat is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

    Up to $500

     

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your cat is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

    Up to $500

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    Cover the cost of multiple pets

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $125
    $125+20% (8+ years)
    $125+35% (10+ years)

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

     injury: no waiting period
    illness: 21 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for eligible treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $9,000

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Alternative and complementary treatment (within veterinary fee limit)

    The cost of any examination, consultation advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommended. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy. Please refer to PDS for further information.

    Up to $2,000

    (Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate  of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

     

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $500

     

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered. If your cat is stolen or goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value) if your cat is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $1,500
    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

    Up to $500

     

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your cat is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

    Up to $500

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    Cover the cost of multiple pets

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $125
    $125+20% (8+ years)
    $125+35% (10+ years)

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

     injury: no waiting period
    illness: 21 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days

     

Superior

Mid-point

Entry

Umbrella for life

Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for eligible treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

Veterinary fees

Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

Up to $15,000

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $10,000

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $9,000

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Alternative and complementary treatment (within veterinary fee limit)

The cost of any examination, consultation advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommended. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy. Please refer to PDS for further information.

Up to $4,000

(Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

 

Up to $2,000

(Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

 

Up to $2,000

(Any amounts paid under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate  of Veterinary Fees as shown above.)

 

Death from illness

Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Death from injury

Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Boarding fees

Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Advertising and reward

Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered. If your cat is stolen or goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $1,000

 

Up to $1,000

 

Loss by theft or straying

Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value) if your cat is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Up to $1,500
Optional extra benefit

 

Holiday cancellation

Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

Up to $2,000

 

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

Up to $1,000

 

Up to $1,000

 

Up to $1,000

 

Emergency repatriation

Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your cat is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Multi-pet discount

Cover the cost of multiple pets

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

Fixed excess

The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

$125
$125+20% (8+ years)
$125+35% (10+ years)

 

$125
$125+20% (8+ years)
$125+35% (10+ years)

 

$125
$125+20% (8+ years)
$125+35% (10+ years)

 

Age limits (first time cover)

When your cat is eligible for cover.

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

Waiting periods

Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

 injury: no waiting period
illness: 21 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days

 

 injury: no waiting period
illness: 21 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days

 

 injury: no waiting period
illness: 21 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days

 

Mid-range – most flexible plan, offering a choice of co-payment and excess levels and packed with a range of optional extras to suit your cat’s needs. 

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligble veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $15,000

    Annual benefit limit
    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Cruciate ligament benefit

    The maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    Up to $3,000

     

  • Vet consultations

    Covers the costs of eligible veterinary consultation cost your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $400

     

  • Paralysis tick

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

     

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $5,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Hip dysplasia

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $4,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $500

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $500

     

  • Saying goodbye to your pet

    The maximum you can claim for should a vet recommend your cat is put to sleep, and subsequent cremation and/or burial costs.

    Up to $300

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Co-payment options

    Means the percentage that the policy holder has to pay towards eligible claims (excluding the optional Day to Day Care benefit).

    Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

     

  • Excess options

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

     

  • Day to day care

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    $50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

    De-sexing
    Microchipping
    Heartworm
    Behavioural therapy
    Teeth cleaning
    Council registration fees
    Alternative therapies
    Prescription diets
    Dewclaw removal
    Dog training at a recognised training centre

     

    Annual Benefit for all of the following:

    Vaccinations or health check – $30
    Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
    FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
    Flea/worm control – $45

     

  • Eligibility

    By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

     

  • Excess applicable (optional day to day care benefit)

    NIL

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 28 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days
    Cruciate ligament benefit:
    6 months

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligble veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $10,000

    Annual benefit limit

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Cruciate ligament benefit

    The maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    Up to $2,500

     

  • Vet consultations

    Covers the costs of eligible veterinary consultation cost your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $400

     

  • Paralysis tick

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

     

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $5,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Hip dysplasia

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $4,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $500

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $500

     

  • Saying goodbye to your pet

    The maximum you can claim for should a vet recommend your cat is put to sleep, and subsequent cremation and/or burial costs.

    Up to $300

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Co-payment options

    Means the percentage that the policy holder has to pay towards eligible claims (excluding the optional Day to Day Care benefit).

    Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

     

  • Excess options

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

     

  • Day to day care

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    $50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

    De-sexing
    Microchipping
    Heartworm
    Behavioural therapy
    Teeth cleaning
    Council registration fees
    Alternative therapies
    Prescription diets
    Dewclaw removal
    Dog training at a recognised training centre

     

    Annual Benefit for all of the following:

    Vaccinations or health check – $30
    Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
    FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
    Flea/worm control – $45

     

  • Eligibility

    By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

     

  • Excess applicable (optional day to day care benefit)

    NIL

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 28 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days
    Cruciate ligament benefit:
    6 months

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligble veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $5,000

    Annual benefit limit

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Cruciate ligament benefit

    The maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    Up to $1,500

     

  • Vet consultations

    Covers the costs of eligible veterinary consultation cost your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $400

     

  • Paralysis tick

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

    1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

     

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $5,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Hip dysplasia

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $4,000

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $500

    Annual sub limit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $500

     

  • Saying goodbye to your pet

    The maximum you can claim for should a vet recommend your cat is put to sleep, and subsequent cremation and/or burial costs.

    Up to $300

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Co-payment options

    Means the percentage that the policy holder has to pay towards eligible claims (excluding the optional Day to Day Care benefit).

    Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

     

  • Excess options

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

  • Day to day care

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    $50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

    De-sexing
    Microchipping
    Heartworm
    Behavioural therapy
    Teeth cleaning
    Council registration fees
    Alternative therapies
    Prescription diets
    Dewclaw removal
    Dog training at a recognised training centre

     

    Annual Benefit for all of the following:

    Vaccinations or health check – $30
    Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
    FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
    Flea/worm control – $45

     

  • Eligibility

    By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

     

  • Excess applicable (optional day to day care benefit)

    NIL

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 28 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days
    Cruciate ligament benefit:
    6 months

     

Key

Vital

Core

Umbrella for life

Umbrella for live cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

Veterinary fees

Covers the cost of eligble veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

Up to $15,000

Annual benefit limit
(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $10,000

Annual benefit limit

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $5,000

Annual benefit limit

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Cruciate ligament benefit

The maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

Up to $3,000

 

Up to $2,500

 

Up to $1,500

 

Vet consultations

Covers the costs of eligible veterinary consultation cost your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

Up to $400

 

Up to $400

 

Up to $400

 

Paralysis tick

Means the maximum benefit you can claim for on this condition under this policy.

1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

 

1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

 

1st claim up to $2,000 | Subsequent claims up to $1,000

 

Cancer treatment

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

Up to $5,000

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $5,000

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $5,000

Annual sub limit

 

Hip dysplasia

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

Up to $4,000

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $4,000

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $4,000

Annual sub limit

 

Skin conditions

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

Up to $500

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $500

Annual sub limit

 

Up to $500

Annual sub limit

 

Boarding fees

Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Saying goodbye to your pet

The maximum you can claim for should a vet recommend your cat is put to sleep, and subsequent cremation and/or burial costs.

Up to $300

 

Up to $300

 

Up to $300

 

Multi-pet discount

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

Co-payment options

Means the percentage that the policy holder has to pay towards eligible claims (excluding the optional Day to Day Care benefit).

Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

 

Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

 

Option 1: 10% | Option 2: 20% | Option 3: 30%

 

Excess options

The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

 

Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

 

Option 1: $0 | Option 2: $100 | Option 3: $200

Day to day care

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

$50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

De-sexing
Microchipping
Heartworm
Behavioural therapy
Teeth cleaning
Council registration fees
Alternative therapies
Prescription diets
Dewclaw removal
Dog training at a recognised training centre

 

Annual Benefit for all of the following:

Vaccinations or health check – $30
Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
Flea/worm control – $45

 

$50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

De-sexing
Microchipping
Heartworm
Behavioural therapy
Teeth cleaning
Council registration fees
Alternative therapies
Prescription diets
Dewclaw removal
Dog training at a recognised training centre

 

Annual Benefit for all of the following:

Vaccinations or health check – $30
Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
Flea/worm control – $45

 

$50 Annual benefit for only one (1) of the following:

De-sexing
Microchipping
Heartworm
Behavioural therapy
Teeth cleaning
Council registration fees
Alternative therapies
Prescription diets
Dewclaw removal
Dog training at a recognised training centre

 

Annual Benefit for all of the following:

Vaccinations or health check – $30
Heartworm test or blood screen – $10
FeLv/ FIV test or urinalysis – $10
Flea/worm control – $45

 

Eligibility

By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

 

By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

 

By selecting the optional day to day care benefit and paying an additional premium.

 

Excess applicable (optional day to day care benefit)

NIL

 

NIL

 

NIL

 

Age limits (first time cover)

When your cat is eligible for cover.

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

Waiting periods

Is the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

injury: no waiting period
illness: 28 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days
Cruciate ligament benefit:
6 months

 

injury: no waiting period
illness: 28 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days
Cruciate ligament benefit:
6 months

 

injury: no waiting period
illness: 28 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days
Cruciate ligament benefit:
6 months

 

Safety-net – accidents or illness can happen at any time, Catastrophe and Economy policies provide cover for your cat when emergency treatment is needed.

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for life cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

    12 months cover from first clinical signs

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $7,000
    Annual benefit limit

    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Vet consultations

    The maximum benefit you claim for veterinary costs declared as consultation fees.

    Within the veterinary fee limit

  • Alternative and complementary treatment

    The cost of any examination, consultation, advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommend. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy.

    Up to $1,000

    (Any amounts paid  under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above).

     

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

    Up to $1,000

    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

    Up to $1,000

    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered if your dog is stolen and goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your dog (or the market value whichever is lesser) if your dog is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

    Up to $1,000

    Optional extra benefit

     

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

    Up to $1,000

     

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your dog is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

    Up to $500

     

  • Cruciate ligament, patella luxation, hip dysplasia or osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) benefit (within veterinary fee limit)

    The maximum benefit you can claim on these conditions under this policy.

    Within the veterinary fee limit

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Within the veterinary fee limit

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Within the veterinary fee limit

  • Brachycephalic airway obstruction

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim on this condition under this policy.

    Within the veterinary fee limit

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $125
    $125+20% (8+ years)
    $125+35% (10+ years)

     

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks no limit

     

  • Waiting periods

    riodIs the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 21 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for life cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $5,000

    Annual benefit limit
    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Vet consultations

    The maximum benefit you claim for veterinary costs declared as consultation fees.

    Up to $400

     

  • Alternative and complementary treatment

    The cost of any examination, consultation, advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommend. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy.

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered if your dog is stolen and goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your dog (or the market value whichever is lesser) if your dog is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your dog is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

  • Cruciate ligament, patella luxation, hip dysplasia or osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) benefit (within veterinary fee limit)

    The maximum benefit you can claim on these conditions under this policy.

    Up to $1,500

     

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $500

     

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $2,500

     

  • Brachycephalic airway obstruction

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim on this condition under this policy.

    Up to $3,000

    365 day waiting period

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $450 or $900

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    riodIs the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 30 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days
    Cruciate ligament benefit
    6 months

     

Benefits

  • Umbrella for life

    Umbrella for life cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

  • Veterinary fees

    Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

    Up to $10,000

    Annual benefit limit
    (As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

     

  • Vet consultations

    The maximum benefit you claim for veterinary costs declared as consultation fees.

    Up to $400

     

  • Alternative and complementary treatment

    The cost of any examination, consultation, advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommend. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy.

  • Death from illness

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

  • Death from injury

    Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

  • Boarding fees

    Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

  • Advertising and reward

    Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered if your dog is stolen and goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

  • Loss by theft or straying

    Cover for the price you paid for your dog (or the market value whichever is lesser) if your dog is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

  • Holiday cancellation

    Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

  • Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

    Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

  • Emergency repatriation

    Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your dog is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

  • Cruciate ligament, patella luxation, hip dysplasia or osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) benefit (within veterinary fee limit)

    The maximum benefit you can claim on these conditions under this policy.

    Up to $3,000

     

  • Skin conditions

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $500

     

  • Cancer treatment

    The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

    Up to $5,000

     

  • Brachycephalic airway obstruction

    Means the maximum benefit you can claim on this condition under this policy.

    Up to $6,000

    365 day waiting period

     

  • Multi-pet discount

    (3+ eligible pets)

     

  • Fixed excess

    The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

    $450 or $900

  • Age limits (first time cover)

    When your cat is eligible for cover.

    8 weeks up until 8th birthday

     

  • Waiting periods

    riodIs the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

    injury: no waiting period
    illness: 30 days
    Brachycephalic Obstructive
    airway Syndrome: 365 days
    Cruciate ligament benefit
    6 months

     

Economy

Catastrophe 1

Catastrophe 2

Umbrella for life

Umbrella for life cover means you can continue to claim for ongoing treatment of illness or injuries throughout your cat’s lifetime, provided there is no break in cover.

12 months cover from first clinical signs

Veterinary fees

Covers the cost of eligible veterinary treatment your cat receives during the insurance period to treat injury, accident or illness.

Up to $7,000
Annual benefit limit

(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $5,000

Annual benefit limit
(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Up to $10,000

Annual benefit limit
(As shown in the Certificate of Insurance.)

 

Vet consultations

The maximum benefit you claim for veterinary costs declared as consultation fees.

Within the veterinary fee limit

Up to $400

 

Up to $400

 

Alternative and complementary treatment

The cost of any examination, consultation, advice, tests and prescribed medication that your vet has recommend. Such as acupuncture, chiropractic manipulation, hydrotherapy and osteopathy.

Up to $1,000

(Any amounts paid  under this benefit are part of the Policy Aggregate of Veterinary Fees as shown above).

 

Death from illness

Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of illness before 8 years of age.

Up to $1,000

Optional extra benefit

 

Death from injury

Cover for the price you paid for your cat (or the market value, whichever is lesser) if your cat dies of injury.

Up to $1,000

Optional extra benefit

 

Boarding fees

Cover for the cost of boarding your cat at a licensed kennel, or towards the cost of someone looking after your cat while you are an inpatient in hospital. Refer to PDS for policy limit.

Up to $1,000

 

Advertising and reward

Cover to assist with the cost of advertising and the reward offered if your dog is stolen and goes missing. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

Up to $1,000

 

Loss by theft or straying

Cover for the price you paid for your dog (or the market value whichever is lesser) if your dog is stolen or goes missing and does not return. Refer to PDs for policy limit.

Up to $1,000

Optional extra benefit

 

Holiday cancellation

Cover for the value of any unused travel and accommodation expenses that you have paid for due to your cat requiring lifesaving medical help.

Up to $1,000

 

Quarantine expenses and loss of documents

Cover for costs associated with your cat being quarantined; to get duplicate documents and/or extra costs to travel home if the delay in getting duplicate documents has caused you to miss your scheduled travel arrangements.

Up to $1,000

 

Emergency repatriation

Cover for the costs to get your cat home if your dog is too unwell to travel home the same way it travelled to your holiday destination.

Up to $500

 

Cruciate ligament, patella luxation, hip dysplasia or osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) benefit (within veterinary fee limit)

The maximum benefit you can claim on these conditions under this policy.

Within the veterinary fee limit

Up to $1,500

 

Up to $3,000

 

Skin conditions

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

Within the veterinary fee limit

Up to $500

 

Up to $500

 

Cancer treatment

The maximum benefit you can claim for this condition under this policy.

Within the veterinary fee limit

Up to $2,500

 

Up to $5,000

 

Brachycephalic airway obstruction

Means the maximum benefit you can claim on this condition under this policy.

Within the veterinary fee limit

Up to $3,000

365 day waiting period

 

Up to $6,000

365 day waiting period

 

Multi-pet discount

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

(3+ eligible pets)

 

Fixed excess

The non-refundable amount you will be required to pay for claims covered under this policy.

$125
$125+20% (8+ years)
$125+35% (10+ years)

 

$450 or $900

$450 or $900

Age limits (first time cover)

When your cat is eligible for cover.

8 weeks no limit

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

8 weeks up until 8th birthday

 

Waiting periods

riodIs the initial period during which no benefit is payable for the mentioned conditions.

injury: no waiting period
illness: 21 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days

 

injury: no waiting period
illness: 30 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days
Cruciate ligament benefit
6 months

 

injury: no waiting period
illness: 30 days
Brachycephalic Obstructive
airway Syndrome: 365 days
Cruciate ligament benefit
6 months

 

Terms, conditions and excesses apply and may be varied at renewal. Cover is subject to acceptance criteria, policy limits and exclusions may apply. Please consider the policy wordings before making a decision to purchase the product.

 

 

† Prices are accurate at the time of publishing. $26/month based upon a 8-week old Australian Mist kitten with the ‘Catastrophe 2’ plan and $900 excess.