MetLife Pet Named “2024 Pet Insurance Of The Year”

The Pet Innovation Awards, an independent recognition platform highlighting the most innovative companies, services, and products in the highly competitive Pet care industry, today announced MetLife Pet Insurance, has been selected as the 2024 “Pet Insurance Of The Year”.

MetLife Pet Insurance offers protection for all stages of a pet’s life with robust annual benefit amount options, chronic care coverage and no lifetime or per-incident limits. MetLife Pet Insurance plans are also highly customizable, allowing pet parents to select the deductibles, annual benefit limits and reimbursement percentages that best suit their personal situations.

Coverage extends from exam fees and diagnostics, to prescription medications. MetLife Pet Insurance also has no waiting periods for orthopedic conditions. Preventive care coverage is an optional add-on and is included in the annual benefit limit. It includes coverage for flea and tick, spay/neuter, heartworm, teeth cleaning, vaccinations and more. Uniquely, the insurance company offers family plans that allow up to three pets to be on the same policy and share a deductible.

Additional MetLife Pet Insurance features include a mobile app that allows pet parents to manage their policies and health records, submit and track claims, and locate nearby services, along with access to live 24/7 vet chat and personalized articles. The company’s rewards program offers eligible policyholders discounts and offers on pet care related purchases.

“An essential element to MetLife Pet Insurance’s mission is helping pets find and stay in a home that is right for them, and we are dedicated to always being there, supporting pet parents to confidently care for their pets,” said Brian Jorgensen, Head of Pet Insurance at MetLife. “We are excited to be selected as the winner of the ‘Pet Insurance of the Year’ award and remain committed to helping pet parents access care in their moments of need without worrying about the financial impact.”

The mission of the annual Pet Innovation Awards Program is to honor innovation and recognize the excellence, hard work and success in a range of Pet Care industry categories, including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Housing, Toys, Training, Retailers & Services and more. The 2024 Pet Innovation Awards attracted thousands of nominations from around the world.

“MetLife Pet Insurance really does have it all! The ability to cover both routine and unexpected veterinary costs ensures that pet owners can afford necessary medical treatments without financial strain. Peace of mind means pet owners focusing on their pet's health rather than the expense of potential illnesses or accidents,” said Travis Grant, Managing Director, Independent Innovation Awards. “MetLife Pet Insurance helps take the worry out of covering the cost of unexpected vet visits so pet parents can focus on what matters most, their furry family members.”