State Farm vs Spot Pet Insurance
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Preventive care coverage available
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Why choose Spot?
5 reasons to choose Spot over State Farm
State Farm plans use per-condition deductibles.
With State Farm, pet parents have to meet a deductible for every diagnosis a pet receives. Spot plans use annual deductibles, once met, pet parents will be reimbursed for covered costs through the rest of the policy year.
State Farm plans have a 30-day waiting period for illnesses.
Under State Farm, any condition diagnosed during the 30-day waiting period is considered a pre-existing condition and will not be covered.
Spot accident and illness plans only use a 14-day waiting period, and preventive care add-ons have no waiting period, coverage begins the day after enrollment.
State Farm does not offer a discount for pet parents with multiple fur babies.
The cost of care for multiple pets can quickly add up. UnderState Farm, pet parents with multiple fur babies must pay for each monthly premium in full.
Spot offers a 10% multi-pet discount on all additional pets after the first.
State Farm does not offer an accident-only plan option.
Accident-only plans are a great option for pet parents looking for affordable coverage. State Farm does not offer accident-only coverage and will not cover “preventable” conditions.
Spot offers both accident-only and accident and illness plan options, so pet parents can choose the best plan for their pet and wallet.
State Farm does not cover preventive care.
Routine care including wellness exams, vaccines, and dental cleanings help keep pets healthy throughout their lives. State Farm plans do not cover routine care, and will not reimburse pet parents for these costs.
Spot offers a preventive care add-on that can help pet parents get cash back on the cost of routine veterinary services like wellness exams, vaccines, dental cleanings, flea and tick preventative, and more for an added cost.
Pet Parents that Switched Love Spot

"I had [other provider] before I switched to Spot and the rates are 1/2 the price. I haven’t had any problem filing my claims and they are processed and paid promptly. A++++ for Spot insurance and I recommend it to everyone."
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Spot plans offer flexible pricing, helping you create the perfect plan for your pet and budget.
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Pet Insurance Buying Guide
What to consider when choosing a pet insurance plan?
How It Works
Once you have your custom Spot Pet insurance policy and have paid your premium, you can carry on as usual. When your pet needs unexpected care after any applicable waiting periods, you can visit any vet in the U.S. or Canada, submit a claim in minutes via our easy-to-use app and get paid back up to 90% of your covered vet bill. Most claims are processed in less than 2 days.
Coverage
Spot offers two main plans: Accident & Illness coverage, addressing a broad range of health concerns, and the Accident Only plan, catering specifically to unexpected injuries. Spot also offers optional preventive care plans as an add-on with coverage available for routine exams, dental cleanings, and spaying or neutering.
Deductibles
Spot plans incorporate a deductible, a predetermined amount that must be paid before coverage applies to eligible veterinary expenses. As a policyholder you retain the ability to select the deductible amount, tailoring the plan to align with your preferences and financial considerations.
Reimbursement
Spot plans offer reimbursement rates of 70%, 80%, or 90% on eligible vet bills. You’ll need to meet your deductible first before reimbursements are paid out. Allowing you to choose the reimbursement amount gives you the added flexibility to customize your plan to best fit your pet's health needs and your budget.
Pre-existing conditions
Our plans don't cover pre-existing conditions, and typically, neither do most others. However, unlike some other pet insurance providers, Spot plans can cover curable, pre-existing conditions, as long as they are symptom free for at least 180 days, excluding pre-existing knee and ligament conditions.
Premiums
In general, your premium is based on your pet’s age, your pet’s breed, and where your pet lives. Some other factors that may impact your premium are: the plan you choose, your deductible, your reimbursement percentage, if you have included preventative care coverage or not, and the discounts for which you may be eligible for.
Age limits
Plans provided by Spot don’t have an upper age limit for new enrollments or coverage. We advise all pet parents to insure their pets at a young age. You can enroll your pet in a plan from Spot as soon as they’re 8 weeks old. Don’t let your pet develop a “pre-existing condition” before they’re insured.
What's Not Covered
Spot plans do not cover breeding costs, elective cosmetic procedures like talk docking or ear cropping, or preventive care services. You can add preventive care coverage for wellness exams, vaccines, and more for a small fee after you select your base plan.
