Real Pet Insurance Review

Real pet insurance gives you 10% off after your first year, but there are higher benefits limits available.

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Real Pet Insurance

Pros

  • It's one of the few insurers to give you 10% back on your premiums after the first year.
  • It comes with affordable options that still cover illnesses if you're looking for a cheap policy. Most basic policies only cover accidents
  • Its 30 day cooling off period is better than many other insurers.

Cons

  • Its 75% reimbursement rate is similar to the majority of other pet insurers.
  • Its $12,000 annual benefit limit is not market-leading — out of 15 policies on Finder, 9 offer more.
  • Like most insurers, if your pet has a chronic pre-existing condition, you won't be able to receive cover.
Deal

Get 10% of premiums back in the first 12 months

Receive 10% of premiums you’ve paid in the first 12 months with The Real Reward program.

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Product AUFPI Maximum yearly benefit Paralysis tick yearly sub-limit Reimbursement rate Accidental injury Illness
$12,000
$1,200
80%
Yes
Claim up to a maximum of $12k per year, with no excess to pay.
$12,000
$1,000
75%
Yes
Covers specific accidents and illnesses for your pet. Get 10% of premiums back in the first 12 months.
$12,000
$2,000
60%
Yes
Basic level of cover for injuries such as falls, car accidents, burns and snake bites. Get 10% of premiums back in the first 12 months.
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🏥 What does Real pet insurance cover?

Real offers three different levels of cover for applicants to choose from: Premium Accident & Illness Cover, Standard Accident & Illness Cover and Classic Accident & Illness Cover. Here's an overview of what they include:

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Accidental injuries

All Real pet insurance policies cover accidental injuries. They can pay between 60% and 80% of vet bills for injuries such as:

  • Motor vehicle incidents
  • Burns or electrocutions
  • Bone fractures
  • Snake bite toxicity
  • Ligament injuries

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Illnesses

All of Real's policies cover your pet if they get sick. They can pay 60%, 80% or 75% of vet bills related to illnesses such as:

  • Cancer
  • Skin conditions
  • Ear and eye conditions
  • Ingesting a forgein object
  • Gastrointestinal problems
  • Hereditary conditions (excluding pre-existing conditions)

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Routine Care

You can pay extra to have Routine Care added to your cover but it's only available with the Premium policy. It can pay for routine and preventative treatments such as:

  • Desexing
  • Microchipping
  • Alternative therapies
  • Cremation or burial
  • Vaccinations or health checks

Real pet insurance costs

To help give you an idea about costs for Real pet insurance, we gathered quotes for a few of Australia's favourite dog breeds. Just remember, prices are going to change based on things like your own dog's breed, age and your address, so it's always worth comparing policies and getting a few quotes.

Dog Breed1yr old5yr old
Maltese Cross$1,065.61$1,494.09
Cavoodle$1,065.61$1,494.09
Labrador$1,347.59$1,896.09
Staffordshire Bull Terrier$1,154.14$1,620.37
Border Collie$1,154.14$1,620.37

Prices will differ based on a few criteria, including:

  • The gender, breed and age of your pet
  • The level of cover you choose
  • Your excess
  • Your locations
  • If your pet is desexed.

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    JannetteOctober 21, 2017

    Hello i would like a quote for a dog and a cat and is cancer covered?

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      DanielleOctober 22, 2017

      Hi Janette,

      Thank you for contacting finder. We are a comparison website and general information service, we’re more than happy to offer general advice.

      If you wish to get a quote from Real Pet Insurance, you may review and compare the offers available on the table above. Once you have selected one, you may proceed by clicking the green “Get Quote” button.

      I hope this helps.

      Cheers,
      Danielle

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    ColinNovember 21, 2015

    Hi can you please email me a quote for the top insurance for my dog. He is a male not desexed, pug cross, good health, 7 years old, mainly house dog. Thanks

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      RichardNovember 23, 2015Finder

      Hi Colin,

      Thanks for your question. finder.com.au is a comparison service and not an insurer. If you would like to receive a quote from Real Pet Insurance, you’ll need to contact Real Insurance directly.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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    VeronicaJune 8, 2015

    Can I cancel at any time without penalties and if I have a claim do I still have to pay till the end of the year. Even if my pet die’s

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      RichardJune 9, 2015Finder

      Hi Veronica,

      Thanks for your question. If you cancel your policy for any other reason than the death of your pet, outside of the 30 day cooling off period, you will be charged a cancellation fee. For more information about claims with Real, it would be best to contact Real Pet Insurance directly.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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    margaretMarch 6, 2015

    I NEED TO CHANGE MY ADDRESS ,HOW DO I DO IT?

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      RichardMarch 7, 2015Finder

      Hi Margret,

      Thanks for your question. Unfortunately, finder.com.au is a comparison service and not an insurer. If you would like to change your details, you’ll need to contact Real Pet Insurance by calling 1300 096 023 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm) or by email service@realpetinsurance.com.au.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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