Earlier this year, Tesco estimated that nearly 300,000 pets went missing each year. The shocking statistic reinforced the need for having something in place should your pet suddenly disappear. With pet insurance, you can make sure that you have funds available towards advertising and offering a reward for finding your lost friend.

 

Advertising and reward costs

Most pet insurance policies contain a benefit called ‘Advertising and Reward’. This means that should you need to, you would be able to poster pictures of your lost pet in your area and also offer a reward to anyone that finds your pet.

Most insurers ask you to contact them before you start advertising and offering a reward, so always check your terms and conditions. They may vary slightly depending on the policy, so have a read at the procedure first, just to make sure you’re doing the right thing and are covered.

 

5 essential things to do when your pet goes missing

Via Twitter, DogLostUK tells us the 5 main things you must do when your pet goes missing:

  1. Inform your dog warden
  2. Inform www.doglost.co.uk
  3. Inform vets and rescue centres in your area
  4. Find a good photo of your pet
  5. Advertise your lost pet with posters

 

Make sure you have cover in place. Compare pet insurance and find the right policy for you and your pet.