Did you know that only 3.5 per cent of Canadian pet owners have pet insurance coverage?
Engineers Canada’s affinity partner, Petsecure, highlights that including pet insurance in your pet preparedness plan is crucial. Investing in pet insurance is investing in your pet's well-being. It not only acts as a financial safety net but also lets you worry about what is most important: providing the best care for your pet without worrying about overwhelming costs.
As an Engineers Canada affinity partner, Petsecure offers discounts on pet insurance for Canadian engineers and geoscientists.
In addition to pet insurance, Petsecure also offers tips for preparing for the unexpected in their pet preparedness checklist:
- Keep a list of emergency contacts readily accessible, including:
- Veterinarian’s office number and after-hours emergency clinics
- Animal poison control hotline
- Nearby friends or family who can assist in an emergency
- Maintain up-to-date medical records and store copies securely with this checklist. Ensure your pet always has proper identification:
- Proof of vaccinations and a copy of the pet’s medical history
- Collar with ID tags including your name, phone number, and address
- Recent photo of your pet
- Pet health insurance customer and policy information
- Up-to-date microchip information (e.g. number, name, and number of the microchip company)
- Keep a supply of essential items ready to go in case of evacuations:
- Evacuation plan for you and your pet
- Food and water for at least three days stored in airtight containers
- Poop disposal bags, kitty litter, and travel-size litter box
- Portable food and water dishes
- A supply of flea, tick, and heartworm preventatives
- Leash, harness, or carrier for safe transport
- Toys
- Pet first aid kit that includes:
- Small flashlight
- Antibiotic ointment
- Exam gloves
- Blunt tip scissors
- Gauze pads
- Thermometer and lubricating jelly
- Sterile rinse solution
- Emergency thermal blanket
About Petsecure
With Petsecure’s pet health insurance, you can access comprehensive veterinary care with the best possible medical attention and up to 80 per cent coverage without worrying about financial strain. To get more coverage information on Engineers Canada’s affinity partner Petsecure, visit https://engineerscanada.ca/services/insurance-financial-and-other-benefits/pet-health.
