Real Pet Insurance

Taking out Real Pet Insurance is one simple thing you can do right now to protect your pet. You can give your dog or cat the loving care they deserve without worrying, because Real Pet Insurance covers up to 80% of eligible vet bills, and you can claim up to a maximum of $12,000 per year (exclusions, limits and sub-limits may apply. A $2,000 annual condition limit applies to Classic Accident & Illness Cover).

And with no excess to pay, you won’t need to think twice about giving them the best possible care when they need it the most.

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For full details and to decide if pet insurance is right for you, please read the relevant Policy Booklet.

Features & Benefits

  • Freedom to take your pet to any registered vet in Australia
  • Apply online or over the phone in minutes
  • Pay fortnightly, monthly or yearly – at no extra cost
  • Get back 10% of premiums you’ve paid after 12 months of your policy with The Real Reward
  • Simple and stress-free claims process
  • Real Insurance is a multi-award winning insurance company, so you can relax knowing your pet is in safe hands

General Insurance Code of Practice Subscriber

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To make sure you receive the highest standard of service when taking out cover, PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd comply with the General Insurance Code of Practice.

PetSure (Australia) Pty Ltd ABN 95 075 949 923, AFSL 420183 is a General Insurance Code of Practice Subscriber.

Compare Pet Insurance Covers

Premium Accident & Illness Cover

  • Covers Specified Accidental Injury & Illness
  • Covers up to 80% of your eligible vet bills
  • No excess
  • Claim up to $12,000 per year
  • Cover available for cats and dogs starting from 8 weeks old (maximum entry age limit of up to 9 years)
  • Lifetime cover for as long as we continue to offer the product, provided there are no breaks in cover, and subject to the terms and conditions of the policy
  • Paralysis tick benefit
  • Routine Care Benefit for vaccinations and health checks.

Standard Accident & Illness Cover

  • Covers Specified Accidental Injury & Illness
  • Covers up to 75% of your eligible vet bills
  • No excess
  • Claim up to $12,000 per year
  • Cover available for cats and dogs starting from 8 weeks old (maximum entry age limit of up to 9 years)
  • Lifetime cover for as long as we continue to offer the product, provided there are no breaks in cover, and subject to the terms and conditions of the policy
  • Paralysis tick benefit.

Classic Accident & Illness Cover

  • Covers Specified Accidental Injury & Illness
  • Covers up to 60% of your eligible vet bills
  • No excess
  • Claim up to $12,000 per year (a $2,000 annual condition limit applies)
  • Cover available for cats and dogs starting from 8 weeks old (maximum entry age limit of up to 16 years)
  • Lifetime cover for as long as we continue to offer the product, provided there are no breaks in cover, and subject to the terms and conditions of the policy
  • Paralysis tick benefit

Add Optional Routine Care Benefit

By adding a Routine Care Benefit to your Premium Accident & Illness Cover, you’ll receive a benefit of up to $80 per year to help cover the costs of routine and preventative care such as vaccinations, flea control, health checks and even microchipping.

Like all insurance policies, there are some exclusions. Find out when we won’t accept a pet insurance claim.

See how easy it is to apply for cover

Understanding Pet Insurance

Understand what can’t be claimed under your Pet Insurance policy. Here are some of the most important exclusions. Read more

Whether you’re simply looking for essential cover in an emergency, or complete protection against illness and accidents, Real Pet Insurance has your pet covered. Find your perfect plan here. Read more


Where to start with pet insurance

Pets are part of the family, which is why you want to make sure you can take care of them if something happens. Vet bills are often expensive and can come up at the worst times, so the last thing you want to deal with during this stressful period is a confusing pet insurance policy.

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Other Commonly Asked Questions

How old does my pet have to be to get pet insurance?

You can insure your pet as soon as they’re eight weeks old. With our Premium and Standard Accident and Illness Covers, they also need to join before they turn nine, and before they turn sixteen for our Classic Accident and Illness Cover.

Can I continue to insure my pet as it gets older?

Absolutely. Once you have insurance for your pet, you can keep renewing your policy with us for the rest of its life, provided there is no break in your cover, with cover subject to the terms and conditions of your renewal policy.

I already have a wonderful vet. Can my pet still visit them?

Absolutely! Our pet insurance helps to cover eligible vet bills from any registered vet in Australia.

Does my pet insurance have an excess?

No, Real Pet Insurance does not have a fixed excess. Depending on the plan you choose, we reimburse up to 80% of all eligible veterinary expenses.

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  1. Terms, conditions, exclusions, benefit limits and sub-limits apply. A $2,000 annual condition limit applies to Classic Accident & Illness Cover. Claim for reimbursement.