YNP #096: Is Pet Insurance Worth It?

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Pet insurance isn't the most interesting topic I've ever talked about but it is important.Most often I get the question "is pet insurance worth it?"  And I think this is the wrong question.We most often compare it to our own health insurance.  But there are key differences that mean we have to think about pet insurance in a different way. Is it going to save you money?  Maybe, maybe not.  Is it going to protect you and your pet? Hmm, now we're getting closer!My goal with this episode is to help you decide if pet insurance is right for you.  And if it is, where to go next.I also go into why I don't have pet insurance right now, but it is something I would think about in the future.   In this episode I talk about:* The key differences between our health insurance and pet insurance.* How to think about the question "is pet insurance right for me?" * How insurance works in general.* The different components that affect the cost of pet insurance.* Where to go next if you want to research pet insurance further.Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:Pet Insurance University: a wealth of knowledge from a veterinarian about what to look for with pet insurance. Forbes.com: A place to compare pet insurance quotesYOUR New Puppy:  My signature new puppy course that has helped hundreds of new puppy parents raise their puppies.