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Considering 175 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently appreciate the affordable pricing, valuable coverage options, and highly competitive rates compared to alternative insurance providers. People consistently find the digital platform and registration forms very simple and quick to navigate without any hassle. Some reviewers were not happy with the handling of claims, reporting unexpected rejections and lengthy communication delays. Others also noted significant difficulties reaching customer support and obtaining clear answers when trying to resolve urgent questions. Some consumers mentioned experiencing steep price increases and expensive policies when their annual renewal period finally arrived.

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Claim

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the start of our time with RSPCA insurance, everything has been absolutely excellent. The portal worked very well, there have never been any issues and the customer service people have been grea... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our Lab sustained an injury while playing fetch and required overnight anaesthesia, stitches, and antibiotics at the out-of-hours vet. The claim was accepted within 3 days and paid within another 3. N... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just by chance I found the RSPCA pet insurance via a comparison site and although they weren't the cheapest they were a trusted name and what they offer is exceptional value and they even accepted... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Springer Spaniel was diagnosed with IMHA, extremely low white blood cells (severe Anemia ) and had blood transfusions along with several blood tests etc. I duly went to complete the claim form for... See more

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  1. #18 of 32 best companies in Pet Insurance Company

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With RSPCA pet insurance*, you’ll be ready to take care of your pet when they need it.Every policy taken out supports our mission against animal cruelty and neglect.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simple and efficient

I couldn’t be happier with RSPCA Pet Insurance! The online form was super easy to complete, and the whole process was quick and stress-free. They liaised directly with my vet, which made everything so much simpler for me. The outcome was fast and efficient. I’d highly recommend RSPCA Pet Insurance to any pet owner looking for reliable cover and service.

22 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

We're so happy to hear you got great service from us, Magda! We really love it when our customers share their experiences. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Honestly can't fault RSPCA...

Honestly can't fault RSPCA pet insurance. Had a big claim when our dog became ill which was ongoing over 5 weeks. The insurance paid with no quibble and also paid very quickly. Gave us confidence knowing we are in safe hands with the RSPCA. Thank you so much.

26 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Thanks, Lisa, for the awesome feedback about RSPCA Pet Insurance! We’re really glad we could help out. Sorry to hear your dog was under the weather. We hope they're feeling a lot better now!
Take care! Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Peace of mind

My wee kitten broke her leg at just 8 months old, requiring a surgery, pins, the works. It was a scary situation with very expensive bills - but it could not have been easier working with RSPCA Pet Insurance - my claims were handled promptly and easilly.

15 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Thank you for the great feedback about RSPCA Pet Insurance Meg! We’re really glad we could help out and we're sorry to hear about your kitten. We hope she's feeling a lot better now!
Take care! Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best price

Best price for the type of insurance required.

30 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Thanks for your kind words, and for picking us for your pet insurance!
Take care! Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs - sharp practice

Took out insurance for our Working Cocker Spaniel.
Making a claim, discovered that an admin error had recorded our dog's date of birth incorrectly.
This was amended and in April a new insurance schedule was issued for the year February 2025/2026.
Noted on this document was the excess of £100 and, importantly, a co insurance of 0%.
Fast forward to after our dog had successful cruciate surgery. We received an unexpected bill of almost £500 from the veterinary surgery. We queried this with the insurer and were told that this was a co-insurance payment due to our dog being over 7 years old.
We raised this with RSPCA referring them to the document noting the 0% co insurance. They acknowledged that the document did indeed state 0% but told us that small print in a link in the covering letter to the schedule referred to the relevant payment for dogs over 7 years. This document is only available after one enters into a contract with RSPCA.
To have a document stating 0% co insurance (issued by RSCPA after updating our dogs date of birth) and to not have the co insurance payment referred to when accepting the claim seems unfair and at worst very sharp practice.
Reading reviews, it seems that RSPCA think nothing of charging extortionate amounts (£86 per month for our dog) and then doing whatever it can to wriggle out of paying.
By their logic, the schedule could state an excess of £100 but deep in the small print could be a 10 times multiplier for dogs over a certain age - extremely onerous and unfair.
Note- RSPCA have responded to this review and haven’t even got the subject matter of my complaint correct! Says it all really!

11 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi there, thanks for sharing your thoughts on older pets! We’re sorry that currently we can't cover cats and dogs past a certain age. We understand senior furry friends deserve to be protected too, which is why we're actively looking into expanding our cover in the future. We apologise that this was not made clear to you upon purchase and if you want to discuss this further, our Customer Service Team is here to help, and can be reached on: 0344 543 1008, via email at complaints@email.insurance.rspca.org.uk.

All the best, Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If I'm honest

If I'm honest, I usually ignore the cheapest option from a insurance search site - but this time the cheapest was RSPCA. A charity I trust. And when I looked at the details of the policy compared to the 2nd, 3rd & 4th options, it was better.

3 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hey Sue, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We really appreciate it and are excited to welcome you and your furry friend to the RSPCA Pet Insurance family!
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

insurnce

very easy to understand and complete

4 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi David, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We're glad you had such a smooth experience with our service.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

It was so easy to set up on line. Had make a phone call to RSPCA to recheck I had set it up right the chap was so very helpful went through policy explaining everything. 1st class service was given thank you. Great firm to have as pet insurance.

2 August 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

We're so happy to hear you got great service from us, Jo! We really love it when our customers share their experiences. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Peace of mind

Quick and easy and glad to be supporting the rspca

30 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi there, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We really appreciate your support.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to do & good value

Easy to do & good value

16 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi Lynn, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We're so happy to hear you found the process easy.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They were very helpful and caring as my…

They were very helpful and caring as my cat hurt her leg, they got in touch with the emergency vets for us.

29 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Thank you for the great feedback about RSPCA Pet Insurance! We’re really glad we could help out. Sorry to hear your furry friend was under the weather; we hope she's feeling a lot better now!
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really easy to navigate the policy and…

Really easy to navigate the policy and a good price for what your getting, not the cheapest but everything covered at a fair price,

24 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hey John! Thanks so much for your kind words and for leaving a review. We really appreciate your feedback.
All the best.
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Professional

They were very professional from the way the process went from the start to the end

29 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

We're so happy to hear you got great service from us, John! We really love it when our customers share their experiences. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The company doing well and how easy it…

The company doing well and how easy it was to get the right policy for my dog.

23 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi Philippa, thanks so much for your kind words and for leaving a review! We really appreciate your feedback and we're glad to hear you had a smooth experience.
All the best.
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good value pet insurance and easy to…

Good value pet insurance and easy to purchase.

22 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi Mark, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We're so happy to hear you found the process easy.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Looked for a new policy…

Looked for a new policy after the previous company tried to up the premium by 35% for my 1yr old toy poodle who is in very good health and not been to see a vet for any illness. Took out the policy with the rspca, cheaper monthly payments, although the excess is £40 more than the last insurer. Sorting the policy was quick and simple, will see what happens when it comes to renewal time again. Will always compare prices if I feel I am being overcharged when no claims have been made.

16 July 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hey Dave, thanks for your kind comment and for dropping a review! We really appreciate it and are excited to welcome you and your toy poodle to the RSPCA Pet Insurance family!
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Completely rude and insensitive.

Completely rude and insensitive.
Only contacted me back about my deceased pets policies when I requested a new policy for my deceased loved on.

Cash grab and incompetent.

Would not recommend

28 June 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi Glen, thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we're very sorry to hear of your experience. We are always looking for areas where we can improve, so if you want to chat more about this, please do reach out to our complaints team on 0344 543 1008 or via email at complaints@email.insurance.rspca.org.uk.
All the best,
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic service

Absolutely fantastic service. When your beloved pet is poorly it's very stressful anyway but knowing you have a great insurance policy in place and great customer service it's peace of mind. I've had Labradors for 25 years, and they have all been insured, RSPCA Insurance are by far the best
Thank You.

24 June 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

We're so happy to hear you got great service from us, Julie, and hope your labs are in good health! We really love it when our customers share their experiences. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Take care!
Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Insurance Claim Declined

Wouldn't bother with these guys. Took a policy in November 2024. Claimed for my dog who had an aggravated ear in September 2024 and we were given a sterile cleaner. She has been fine since. In April her ears needed cleaning under anaesthetic as something had aggravated her ears again.

They are linking the two issues and stating that her condition was pre-existing, despite the fact she has been fine for months. There is no way to tell if the issue was preexisting or not, but logic would dictate that no further vet visits up until this month would suggest these are two seperate incidents.

I would never have changed insurer if I reasonably thought my pet had ongoing issues.

I am now faced with a large bill. Absolutely shocking. Will be moving away from these guys asap.

25 April 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Hi there, thanks for reaching out and sharing your thoughts with us! We totally understand why you’re frustrated that your dog's issue wasn't covered and we’re sorry to hear you’re not happy with our service. If you want to discuss this further, our Customer Service Team is here to help, and can be reached on: 0344 543 1008, via email at complaints@email.insurance.rspca.org.uk.
Please note we are available Monday-Friday 8.30am-6pm and Saturday 9am-1pm.

All the best, Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had my dog insured with the rspca for 1…

Had my dog insured with the rspca for 1 year they have said the renewal price will be £80 more a 40 percent increase no claims were made clearly you don’t want normal people to own a dog your a joke the year round collection we have for the rspca which saves about £1500 a year was removed from our shop today no need for the greed and to top it off just gone a comparison site they have offered the same cover for 25 percent less than what I originally paid

23 April 2025
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Reply from RSPCA Pet Insurance (UK)

Thanks for your feedback! We understand that you’re unhappy with the new price of your insurance, and we get how frustrating that can be. We try our best to keep our prices competitive, and we're sorry if this new price makes you think about seeking insurance options elsewhere. We are always looking for areas where we can improve, so if you want to chat more about this, feel free to reach out to our complaints team on 0344 543 1008 or via email at complaints@email.insurance.rspca.org.uk.
All the best, Kate from the RSPCA Pet Insurance Team

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