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  • Plans starting at $12/month*
  • Use any vet, anywhere
  • VetHelpline® 24/7 member access

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely. All our plans can be used with any licensed veterinarian, anywhere in the world—even specialists and emergency providers. Get a no-obligation quote.

We offer nose-to-tail coverage for:

  • Accidents, including broken bones, sprains, lacerations and poisoning
  • Illnesses, including allergies, ear infections, arthritis and cancer, and more
  • Preventive care, including checkups, vaccinations and flea/tick preventive

Once you’ve met your annual deductible, we’ll reimburse you for eligible veterinary expenses according to the percentage or benefit schedule you selected for your plan, up to the applicable policy limit.

Say you have a $250 annual deductible with $5,000 in accident coverage at 90% reimbursement. Now let’s say your dog broke a leg and the vet bill was $2,500, of which $2,400 was covered (we don’t cover non-medical things like tax and waste disposal). After your deductible and 90% are applied, we’d reimburse you $1,935, leaving you with $3,065 in remaining accident coverage for the remainder of your policy term.

The best pet insurance for you is one that provides a level of coverage you’re comfortable with and fits your budget for monthly premiums. When choosing your plan, consider how much medical care (for accidents and illnesses) is typical for your pet’s breed and whether you want wellness coverage for preventive care.

Most plans start 14 days after your application is approved and payment has been received. If you’re enrolling as part of a group or organization, effective dates vary.

How does pet insurance work?

Managing a health scare for your pet is stressful. Nationwide’s pet insurance allows you to concentrate fully on your pet's health and treatment.

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    Visit any specialist

    At the first sign of health issues, bring your pet to any licensed veterinarian anywhere in the world.

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    Submit your claim

    Once your pet has been treated, simply access Nationwide’s online portal to submit the paid vet invoice and any relevant treatment details.

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    Receive reimbursements

    Nationwide efficiently processes insurance claims ensuring that reimbursements for costs covered under your policy are delivered promptly.

Every Nationwide pet insurance member enjoys:

We’re with you everywhere you go for everyday care, emergencies and more.

  • Use your own vet
  • Visit any specialist or ER
  • Your policy protects your pet no matter where you travel

Nationwide pet insurance members enjoy unlimited, round-the-clock access to veterinary experts for answers to pet health questions.

  • Ask any pet health question
  • Advice from veterinary experts
  • Call, chat or email

All Nationwide-insured pet owners can save when filling pet prescriptions at any in-store Walmart or Sam’s Club pharmacy.

  • Claims automatically submitted
  • Preferred pricing on pet medications
  • Convenient locations across the country

Customizable plans to fit your needs

Nationwide allows you to customize your pet insurance coverage so you can have a plan that fits your needs and your budget.

The Nationwide difference

Nationwide pet insurance is the only provider that includes comprehensive coverage, multiple wellness options, exam fees, and 24/7 telehealth access — all in one plan.

Comparison of pet insurance features across Nationwide, Trupanion, Healthy Paws, and Embrace
Plan Feature Nationwide Pet Insurance Trupanion Healthy Paws Embrace
Comprehensive coverage that lets you visit any hospital or specialist Yes — Nationwide offers comprehensive coverageNationwide: Yes Yes — Trupanion offers comprehensive coverageTrupanion: Yes Yes — Healthy Paws offers comprehensive coverageHealthy Paws: Yes Yes — Embrace offers comprehensive coverageEmbrace: Yes
Multiple wellness coverage options available Yes — Nationwide offers multiple wellness coverage optionsNationwide: Yes No — Trupanion does not offer wellness coverage optionsTrupanion: No No — Healthy Paws does not offer wellness coverage optionsHealthy Paws: No Yes — Embrace offers wellness coverage optionsEmbrace: Yes
Exam fees covered Yes — Nationwide covers exam feesNationwide: Yes No — Trupanion does not cover exam feesTrupanion: No No — Healthy Paws does not cover exam feesHealthy Paws: No With purchase of optional coverageEmbrace: With purchase of optional coverage
Telehealth - 24/7 access to veterinary experts Yes — Nationwide offers 24/7 telehealth accessNationwide: Yes No — Trupanion does not offer telehealth accessTrupanion: No No — Healthy Paws does not offer telehealth accessHealthy Paws: No No — Embrace does not offer telehealth accessEmbrace: No

Pet insurance provider comparison: Comprehensive coverage - Nationwide: Yes, Trupanion: Yes, Healthy Paws: Yes, Embrace: Yes. Multiple wellness coverage options - Nationwide: Yes, Trupanion: No, Healthy Paws: No, Embrace: Yes. Exam fees covered - Nationwide: Yes, Trupanion: No, Healthy Paws: No, Embrace: With purchase of optional coverage. Telehealth 24/7 access - Nationwide: Yes, Trupanion: No, Healthy Paws: No, Embrace: No.