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  I actually chose to go with Petplan for my buddy.  I did a lot of research and I really only wanted insurance for the unexpected stuff.  All the routine stuff I could handle but I just wanted to be covered if he got hurt and needed extensive surgery or got really sick and needed to stay hospitalized.  I only pay $16 a month for mine and it even covers hereditary diseases.  You can check with your vet about plans because mine offered a "puppy package" that gave me shots, checkups, and neuter for $300 for the first year.  Also the package includes free stuff like nail clippings and anal expression.  From what I have seen many insurances can be a waste of money because they either don't cover many things or reimburse at cheap rates.  |