Cat insurance

For when your cat needs it (and when they don’t)

Get up to £20,000 in vet fee cover every year, plus ManyPets Perks to help spoil them rotten.

  • Up to £20,000 vet fee cover
  • Unlimited, 24/7 video vet calls with FirstVet at no extra cost
  • Extra ManyPets Perks with your plan. Terms apply*.
  • Cover for conditions where there’s been no signs, symptoms, treatment, medication or advice for two years before your policy start date
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What’s cat insurance, and why do I need it?

Cat insurance helps cover your cat’s healthcare if they have an accident or become ill.

It’s not a legal requirement, but we think it’s essential: cats with insurance have easier access to the care they need.

Plus, unlike other insurers, even if your cat has a pre-existing condition, our Standard Care Pre-existing plan can protect them, as long as the condition hasn't had signs, symptoms, treatment, medication or advice for three months before your policy start date.

Why pick ManyPets cat insurance?

Our cat insurance plans offer up to £20,000 of cover for unexpected accidents or illnesses – but that’s not all we do. Here’s how our cat insurance plans stand out from the rest.

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Pre-existing conditions

All our plans cover pre-existing conditions that ended more than two years before your plan starts. Read our handbook for the full details.
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Dental treatment

We cover for dental illness and accidents up to the vet fee limit with our Standard Care and Complete Care plans, as long as your cat’s had a dental check-up within the last twelve months, and you’ve followed any dental treatment recommended by a vet within six months. Essential Care also covers dental accidents up to £1k.
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Lost and stolen cover

All our plans offer lost and stolen cover, with Complete Care having up to £6,000 for advertising and reward costs.
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Behavioural cover

Our Complete Care plan covers vet-recommended behavioural therapy if your pet needs it after an accident or illness.
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Complementary treatments

If your cat is referred by a vet complementary therapy, you have cover within your vet fee limit. The level ranges from £500 to £3,000 depending on your plan.

ManyPets Perks

We’re always caring for your cat’s health and wellbeing, even when you don’t need to claim. That’s why you get an offer on pet-sitting membership, discounted flea, tick and worm treatment and much more. Offers may change at any time. Terms apply*.
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Spread the cost

You can pay for your cat insurance plan monthly at no extra cost.
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MoneyBack optional extra

Get 20% of your premium back if you haven't needed to make a claim in your policy year. Available on most of our plans.

Compare our cat insurance plans

We built our cat insurance plans from scratch after listening to the needs of thousands of cat owners. Compare our levels of cover to pick the one that’s best for you.

Complete CareStandard CareStandard Care Pre-existingEssential Care
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Vet fee cover up to£20,000£10,000£7,000£3,000
Dental coverAccidents and illnessAccidents and illnessAccidents and illnessAccidents only (Up to £1,000)
Pre-existing conditions cover
Cover for conditions that ended 2 years before policy start date
Cover for conditions that ended 2 years before policy start date
Up to £1,500 cover for conditions that ended 3 months before policy start date
Cover for conditions that ended 2 years before policy start date
Unlimited 24/7 video vet calls at no extra cost
Access to ManyPets Perks *T&Cs apply

Want to chat about our cat insurance?

Our friendly team are waiting. Call us to get all your cat insurance questions answered and to get a quote on 03456460749.

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All of our cat insurance plans are lifetime

We know that your cat is a bonafide furry member of the family. They’re your therapy, your cuddly hot water bottle, your happiness. So why would we ever want you to risk them running out of cover when they need it?

That’s why we only do lifetime cat insurance plans here at ManyPets.

It just means the vet fee cover on your cat insurance will refresh each year when you renew. So even if you need to claim for pricey treatment or an ongoing condition, you’ll still have plenty of cover to fall back on throughout your cat’s lifetime.

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Cat dental cover

That’s right, your cat’s teeth are covered too. We have cover for dental illness and accidents up to the vet fee limit with our Standard Care and Complete Care plans, as long as your cat’s had a dental check-up within the last twelve months, and you’ve followed any dental treatment recommended by a vet within six months. Plus, all of our plans include cover for dental accidents (up to £1k on Essential Care).

Quotes tailored to your cat

Whether you’ve just brought home a new kitten or your cat’s well into their golden years, we can give you an idea of how much their cat insurance will cost.

Kitten insurance

Insurance for kittens as young as four weeks old with up to £20,000 of vet fee cover a year.

Older cat insurance

No upper age limit on our older cat insurance plans, with up to £20,000 annual vet fee limit.

Pre-existing cover

Does your cat have a recent injury or illness? That’s where our Standard Care Pre-existing plan steps up.

Multi-pet insurance

Got more than one cat or dog? Get up to 15% off for pets on the same plan.

Don't see your cat above? Don't worry - you can still contact us to get a quote.

Cat insurance claims made easy

Cat insurance should be simple – so now it is. Here’s how easy it is to claim on your cat insurance plan.

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1. Your proof

Get a copy of your cat’s treatment invoice or a receipt if payment has been made.

2. Access your account

Log into your ManyPets online account.
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3. Make your claim

Click 'Make a claim', tell us what happened and upload your evidence. We’ll take it from there.

Cat insurance FAQs

All the questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about our cat insurance.

How much does cat insurance cost?

In the UK, the cost of insuring your cat can depend on:

  • Your pet's breed

  • Their age

  • Where you live

  • The plan you choose

The best way to find out exactly how much it’ll cost to insure your cat is to get a quote – it only takes a few moments.

Does where you live impact the cost of cat insurance?

The cost of vet and medical treatment varies around the country, which means your home address can affect how much you pay for cat insurance.

Is pet insurance more expensive for older cats?

Generally, the cost to insure a one or two-year-old cat is much less than the cost of insuring an older cat.

Things do change as your cat gets older. For example, your insurer may also ask you to pay a co-payment once your cat turns seven.

Co-payments are a fixed percentage you pay towards your pet's treatment. We calculate this percentage from your vet bill minus the excess.

With us, you can choose to pay a 10% or 20% co-payment when your pet is under seven to lower your insurance price.

But you must agree to a 20% co-payment when your pet is seven or over at renewal.

Like fixed excesses, co-payments help to make the insurance price more affordable. Learn more about co-payments and excesses on our explainer page.

Many people see the cost of their cat insurance increasing over time, and feel that the insurance company is acting unfairly – but higher costs for older cats reflect the fact that visits to the vet are more likely.

Some owners opt to 'self-insure' by paying a fixed amount into a savings account each month, so that there is a reserve to draw on if their cat gets sick, instead of continuing to pay the insurance premium. The risk is that you may need vet treatment before your savings have built up or the cost of treatment will be higher than what you've saved.

Are cat vaccinations covered?

No, vaccinations aren’t covered by cat insurance because they are classed as routine procedures.

Is death covered?

We have two limits related to death.

All our cat insurance plans excluding Essential Care include Farewell Cover if your pet has to be put to sleep. Standard Care and Standard Care Pre-existing plans provide up to £200, while Complete Care offers up to £500. It's your choice how you use the money. It could be used to cover the cost of putting your cat to sleep and for pet cremation or burial costs.

We have separate limits for paying out the value of your cat if they pass away because of an accident or illness. Essential Care has a limit of up to £500, Standard Care and Standard Care Pre-existing have a limit of up to £1,500 and Complete Care has a limit of up to £6,000.

We have an age limit of nine on our death of your pet cover for pets who pass away due to illness. We can't provide death of your pet cover for pets who pass away due to illness who are over nine.

Please read your handbook for exact details on death of your pet cover and our limits.

Is cat insurance mandatory in the UK?

Cat insurance isn’t compulsory in the UK and you don’t legally have to have it. But it can give you peace of mind that you can pay expensive vet bills and medical treatment costs and get your cat back to health.

Can cats have life insurance?

There are no life insurance plans for cats, although our pet insurance plans can offer a payout if your cat passes away, similar to life insurance.

Is there an age limit or age restrictions to cat insurance?

We love cats of all ages and therefore have no upper age limit! As long as your cat is over four weeks old, we can provide a plan for you.

Will my cat be covered if it’s lost or stolen?

All of our plans have some level of lost or stolen cover.

What type of cat insurance plan do I need?

If your cat hasn’t shown signs and symptoms or needed medication, advice or treatment for a medical condition within two years of your policy start date, they’ll likely be eligible for any of our plans.

Our Standard Care Pre-existing plan can provide cover for a cat that’s had a more recent health issue without signs, symptoms, medication, treatment or advice for three months before your policy start date.

Does cat insurance cover spaying and neutering?

Cat insurance is designed to cover unpredictable accidents and illnesses, so routine procedures like spaying and neutering aren't included on our cat insurance plans.

What do I need to get a cat insurance quote?

Getting a cat insurance quote is easy. All you need to tell us is:

  • Your details and address

  • Your cat’s age

  • Your cat’s breed

  • Your cat’s gender

  • The price you paid for your cat

  • Your cat’s neutered status

  • Any pre-existing conditions your cat has

Can cat insurance be transferred to a new owner?

We can sometimes transfer cat insurance to a new owner, but it isn't always possible. Please call us if you'd like to transfer ownership.

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