In 2001, Pethealth started the ShelterCare Pet Insurance Programs to provide a pet insurance option that was specifically created to help the new owners of adopted pets to meet the medical needs of their newly adopted family pets. Over 950,000 shelter pets have now been insured under the ShelterCare program and over $4,000,000 in claims has been paid within the 60 days of adoption.

The ShelterCare program was the first program of its kind created to ensure both the short and long term care of adopted pets.

With the ShelterCare program, Pethealth established and maintains high service standards such as a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and unrivalled turnaround on payable claims.

As a result, the ShelterCare Insurance Pet Programs is now the insurance provider with the longest and most reliable track record in the industry.

Recent examples of claims paid through the ShelterCare Gift program for pets that became ill within 30 days of adoption include:-

Parvovirus and Associated Conditions      $1,000
Kennel Cough and Parasite Infestation     $1,000
Parasite Infection and Upper Respiratory Infection $1,000