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Compare Healthy Paws vs. Trupanion Pet Insurance

What’s the difference between Healthy Paws Pet Insurance and Trupanion Pet Insurance? See how our editors compare the two companies below.
Last Updated: December 18, 2024
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance
4.4 / 5 - Excellent
#1 in Pet Insurance
Trupanion Pet Insurance
4.8 / 5 - Excellent
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Key Facts

  • Trusted by More than 625,000 Parents
  • No Enrollment or Administrative Fees
  • No Maximum Annual or Lifetime Payouts
  • Most Claims are Processed in 2 Days

Only Provider to Pay Vet Bills in Real-time at Checkout

  • One simple plan covering new accidents and illnesses with unlimited payouts
  • Only provider that pays your vet bill instantly at checkout
  • Doesn't reduce or cancel coverage because of number of claims
  • 24/7 customer care

OVERALL RATINGS

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Coverage4.5/55.0/5
Cost4.0/54.5/5
Extras4.0/54.5/5

When it comes to insuring your furry loved-one, it’s important to pick a company that has a stellar reputation, plenty of coverage, and no fine-print when it comes to benefits.

Healthy Paws and Trupanion hit all of these points, as both companies have A+ ratings with the Better Business Bureau (BBB), often have positive customer feedback, and offer comprehensive coverage on all the major points pet owners should be looking for.

But while both companies run head-to-head in some areas – such as unrestricted vet selection and coverage – flexibility (as well as price) could be a sticking point for consumers when choosing between these two companies. 


What do their policies cover?

Both Healthy Paws and Trupanion cover all the major areas customers should expect out of a pet insurance policy:

  • accidents
  • illnesses
  • hereditary issues
  • congenital issues
  • cancer
  • chronic illnesses
  • dental accidents (like a broken tooth).

Neither company covers preventative care or wellness (as most companies do not), but Trupanion does cover behavioral therapy, prosthetics, and mobility aids, unlike Healthy Paws.

However, services like acupuncture, behavioral therapy, chiropractic therapy, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, physical, and rehabilitative therapy are offered at an extra cost or “rider” through Trupanion.

Trupanion also has additional "owner assistance" coverage at an extra cost. This can cover boarding fees for a hospitalized pet, cremation or burials for accidental deaths, or holiday vacation cancellation costs.

Healthy Paws offers all of these services at no extra cost.

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Pets Covered
Dogs
Cats
Dogs
Cats
Coverage Types
Medical
Medical
Vet Selection
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
Out-of-State Coverage
Yes
Yes
Commercial Pets Covered

Medical Conditions Covered

Healthy Paws
vs
Trupanion
  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental
  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental
  • Dental Illness

Medical Treatments Covered

Healthy Paws
vs
Trupanion
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Surgery
  • Hospitalization
  • Prescription Medications
  • Emergency Care
  • Specialty Care
  • Alternative Care
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Surgery
  • Hospitalization
  • Prescription Medications
  • Emergency Care
  • Specialty Care
  • Alternative Care
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Prosthetics & Mobility Aids

How do their benefit limits compare?

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Benefit Limit Types
Unlimited
Unlimited

Reimbursement & Deductible Differences

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Reimbursement Model
Actual Cost
Actual Cost
Minimum Percent Reimbursement
70%
90%
Maximum Percent Reimbursement
90%
90%
 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Deductible Type
Annual
Pet Condition Lifetime
Minimum Deductible Offered
$100
$0
Maximum Deductible Offered
$500
$0

Cost Comparison

Overall, Healthy Paws outranks Trupanion in terms of pricing.

Trupanion's starting monthly premiums tend to be more expensive than Healthy Paws.

However, the real sticking point for consumers may be that they cannot adjust their reimbursement percentage with Trupanion and that the company also charges extra for owner assistance or alternative therapies.

However, both are flexible in terms of being able to choose deductible amounts. 

Starting Monthly Premiums

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Dog: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male Golden Retriever in zip code 92683
$32.83
$59.21
Cat: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male American Shorthair in zip code 92683
$17.19
$32.41
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $500, Benefit Cap: Annual & Unlimited, Reimbursement Model: 70% of Annual Cost
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $700, Benefit Cap: Annual & Unlimited, Reimbursement Model: 90% of Actual Cost
Available Discounts:

Compare Enrollment & Waiting Periods

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Min Enrollment Age
8 weeks
0 weeks
Max Enrollment Age
14 years
14 years
Accident Waiting Period
15 days
5 days
Illnesses Waiting Period
15 days
30 days
Free Look Period
30 days
30 days

Claims & Service

Both companies offer claims online or by mail.

One factor that makes Healthy Paws stand out among other pet insurance providers is the ease of submitting claims through the company's mobile app. 

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Advertised Response Time
3 days
1-7 days
Claim Form
Email
Fax
Online Portal
Mobile App
Online Portal

Company Disclaimers

State Farm and the State Farm logo are registered trademarks of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, its subsidiaries and affiliates, neither offer nor are financially responsible for pet insurance products. State Farm is a separate entity and is not affiliated with Trupanion or American Pet Insurance. Trupanion is a registered trademark owned by Trupanion, Inc. Underwritten in the United States by American Pet Insurance Company or ZPIC Insurance Company, 6100 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108. Sold and administered by Trupanion Managers USA, Inc. (CA license No. 0G22803, NPN 9588590). Coverage is subject to policy terms and conditions, waiting periods, does not include coverage for pre-existing conditions.

Contact & Additional Information

 Healthy PawsTrupanion
Homepage URL
Headquarters Address
11120 NE 33rd Place, Bellevue, WA, 98004
6100 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98108
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 50034, Bellevue, WA, 98105
6100 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98108
Year Founded
2009
2000

Final Verdict

Trupanion Pet Insurance has a higher overall rating than Healthy Paws Pet Insurance. Trupanion scores better than Healthy Paws across: Coverage, Benefit Limits, Deductibles, Reimbursement, Cost, Extras, and Reviews. However, Healthy Paws scores better on Enrollment.


Customer Comments & Reviews

nyronni

12/18/2024
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance review
I can't tell you how happy I am that I purchased insurance on my fur baby from Healthy Paws. For a very modest monthly cost, they have paid thousands of dollars when she needed surgery and other services. Their response time is amazing! It really helps when you're worried about your pet, that you don't need to worry about how to pay for it. It was one of the best investments I've made.


mettrack1

12/15/2024
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance review
Since we got Healthy Paws insurance for our dog at age 3 (she is now 10) she's developed epilepsy and now lymphoma. Healthy Paws has covered everything they said they would with no delay or arguments. I receive payment within a week of submitting claims. Without the cancer treatment she has been receiving, she would no longer be here. We are very grateful to be able to have more time and memories with her. One note about cost. It does go up every year but is not pegged to how much you use it. At 90% coverage, $500 deductible, and 10 years old, our monthly cost will be $219.28 per month next year. This past year it was $152.51.


Brenda J

7/3/2024
Trupanion Pet Insurance review
Your company is a scammer. I chose 1 star for my review and I am trying to choose 1 star here too but it won’t let me.


Brenda J

7/3/2024
Trupanion Pet Insurance review
We bought our dog as a puppy from a breeder who recommended Trupanion. We joined because premiums were reasonable. However, during the past 2 years, our premiums have nearly doubled. Our dog has had 2 ear infections, the cost still below the $350 deductible mark. Since the second ear infection, we clean his ears daily to prevent further ear infections. We also brush his teeth twice daily to avoid the huge cost of teeth cleaning. But if we don’t spend the quoted $800 per year cleaning his teeth, no future dental coverage is provided. As of this month, our yearly insurance cost will be $1,209 plus $800 yearly dental requirement which totals $2000 per year. $2000 x an average of 10 years of life is $20,000. We have never spent that amount on vet services for any of our previous five dogs! Much too expensive for our budget.


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CJ M

2/7/2015
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance review
Regarding the online quoting system + let me include multiple pets on same quote - can't figure out how to pay an annual amount rather than monthly - they add $25 to the first payment for account set up =deal breaker


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Jerry R

1/21/2015
Trupanion Pet Insurance review
Liston in their customer service department was awesome. He explained everything clearly and went way above the call of duty to help. I am so glad that I cam back to Trupanion, No gimmicks or hidden fees. Straight forward so you really do know what you are paying for and what is and is not covered. How good is that? Thank you Liston! Jerry


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Lori S

1/17/2015
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance review
I've not actually had my pets covered under this insurer, but they are among the ones I obtained quotes from while shopping around. I have 2 cats; a 4 yr old male & a 12 yr old female. The female is actually in better health than the male, with his frequent UTIs, however because she is over 8 yrs old the best plan they will give me is a $500 deductible & 70% reimbursement, with various limitations. And at the same rate as the comprehensive plan for my male, which has a $100 deductible & reimburses at 90%.


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Edward M

1/13/2015
Trupanion Pet Insurance review
My boy, "Mr. Pipes," has been through hell these last few years. He's had his gall bladder removed, several bouts of pancreatitis, a stroke, an inflamed liver, tumor biopsies and more. Our total vet bills have easily topped $20k. Trupanion has covered 90% (excepting exam fees) with absolutely NO hassle. They even directly deposit the funds into my checking account within 2 weeks of submitting the claims. I'm impressed beyond belief. It honestly seems too good to be true, but it is.