Greyhound pet insurance

Do I need pet insurance for my greyhound?

When it comes to insuring your dog, there are a few things to consider:

Is your dog predisposed to any specific conditions?

Greyhounds are predisposed to a few conditions, so it's good to be aware of what they are and how or if pet insurance can support.

• Arthritis and joint issues: Greyhounds often have athletic backgrounds that can lead to them developing arthritis and joint issues later in life.
• Dental disease: Greyhounds are prone to poor dental health, meaning they need regular check ups. If their teeth issues progress too far, they can require surgery for a tooth (or teeth) extraction, which can be costly.
• Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV): This occurs when the dog's stomach flips and twists on itself and can be life threatening.

Could you afford surgery out of pocket?

Now that you know about some of the conditions greyhounds are prone to, you need to ask yourself if you could afford treatment for them without pet insurance. To help you figure that out, we've included a breakdown of pricing below.

Keep in mind, these prices are approximate only. Your own cost will depend on what your dog needs, how severe or urgent the condition is and what vet you attend. This should be used as a guide only

What can pet insurance cover for a greyhound?

Pet insurance generally falls into three categories:

Accidents, illnesses and injuries — coverage options for greyhounds

• Basic cover: Also known as 'accident-only', basic policies cover unexpected injuries such as broken bones or snake bites. These policies don't typically cover illnesses or routine care.
• Mid-level cover: Mid-level cover includes accidents and illnesses, providing broader protection which can be great for greyhound-specific health issues such as osteoarthritis or digestive conditions. Annual limits typically range from $12,000 to $30,000.
• Comprehensive cover or Elite cover: This premium insurance type covers accidents, illnesses, and often includes routine care for vaccinations and regular vet check-ups. It's ideal for greyhound owners seeking extensive health cover. The key difference between comprehensive cover and mid-level cover is usually down to the maximum cover limit and the amount of treatments included as standard.

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Finder Score	Accidental Injury	Illness	Maximum Yearly Benefit	Paralysis Tick Yearly Sub-Limit	Reimbursement rate	Reimbursement Rate
Promoted Finder Score 9.8 Excellent Budget Direct Plus Cover	Finder Score 9.8 Excellent			$25,000	$3,000	80%	80%	Apply online and get 15% off your first year's premium. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
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Promoted Finder Score 8.7 Great Medibank Pet Plus Cover	Finder Score 8.7 Great			$25,000	No sub-limit	80%	80%	Discount: Get a $100 PetO e-voucher after 90 days of continuous cover (promo code PETO100). Offer ends 31 Mar 2026. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.5 Great Medibank Pet Max Cover with Extra Care	Finder Score 8.5 Great			$30,000	No sub-limit	90%	90%	Discount: Get a $100 PetO e-voucher after 90 days of continuous cover (promo code PETO100). Offer ends 31 Mar 2026. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.9 Great Bow Wow Meow Nose-to-Tail Cover	Finder Score 8.9 Great			$30,000	No sub-limit	90%	90%	Get your first 2 months free by using promo code: 2MFREE. Plus get a 10% multi pet discount. T&Cs apply.	Enjoy GapOnly claiming and complimentary use of myPetPass with 24/7 access to Live Vet Care. Also, policyholders are entitled to a free ID tag.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 7.8 Great Knose Pet Insurance Exclusive	Finder Score 7.8 Great			$25,000	$25,000	70%, 80% or 90%	70%, 80% or 90%	Finder exclusive: Get 10% off your first year's premium, using Finder's exclusive discount code: FINDER10. Plus get a 5% multi pet discount. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.3 Great Coles Ultimate Cover	Finder Score 8.3 Great			$15,000	$3,500	80% or 100%	80% or 100%	Bonus points offer: Earn 10x Flybuys points per $1 spent on pet food at Coles Supermarkets, plus get a 5% multi-pet discount. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.3 Excellent Fetch Pet Insurance Finder Award	Finder Score 9.3 Excellent			$30,000	No sub-limit	80% or 90% or 100%	80% or 90% or 100%	Multi-pet Discount: Get 5% off when you insure more than one pet. T&Cs apply.	Get dental, physio and behaviour cover included and skip wait periods by following our in-app journey.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 8.5 Great Coles Ultimate Cover (with Dental + Routine Care)	Finder Score 8.5 Great			$40,000	$3,500	80% or 100%	80% or 100%	Bonus points offer: Earn 10x Flybuys points per $1 spent on pet food at Coles Supermarkets, plus get a 5% multi-pet discount. T&Cs apply.	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 7.8 Great Guardian Platinum Accident & Illness Cover	Finder Score 7.8 Great			$12,000	$1,200	80%	80%	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading

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How to choose the best pet insurance for your greyhound

With these conditions and treatment costs in mind, there are a few key considerations when choosing pet insurance for your greyhound:

• Waiting periods: The timeframe between policy activation and claim eligibility. Emergencies like accidents are typically covered immediately or within 24 hours, but illnesses usually involve longer waiting periods.
• Reimbursement rates: The percentage of vet bills reimbursed by your insurer, often between 70% and 100%. Higher reimbursement rates usually result in higher premiums.
• Annual limits: The maximum amount your policy pays annually. Limits can range significantly, influencing how well you're covered for expensive treatments.

So, what's actually best?

A policy that allows ample coverage for your greyhound's needs. This may come in the form of a mid-level or comprehensive policy with a high annual limit and high reimbursement.

"If you're rescuing an older greyhound, do your best to get information and records of any pre-exisiting medical conditions before looking for pet insurance. Because they're a bigger breed of dog, greyhounds are more susceptible to things like hip dysplasia and arthritis as they get older, and unfortunately many insurers won't cover these pre-existing conditions."

Bonnie Grosvenor

Finder crew member

Cost of pet insurance for greyhounds

Pet insurance for a greyhound is likely to cost you between $1,297.15 and $3,598.16, depending on its age, where you live and its health.

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Promoted Budget Direct Plus Cover	Sample quote $1,364.56	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Promoted Kogan Platinum Cover	Sample quote $1,827.77	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Promoted Medibank Pet Max Cover with Extra Care	Sample quote $3,198.93	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Knose Pet Insurance Exclusive	Sample quote $4,952.88	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
Coles Ultimate Cover (with Dental + Routine Care)	Sample quote $2,964.62	Get quote View details Compare product selection Compare	loading
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  Annual quotes are based on accident and illness plans from 9 Australian brands. We selected a $100 excess, wherever possible. Quotes were taken in July 2025 for a male greyhound, desexed dog. The owner was 40 years old based in NSW, 2011 postcode. Prices are subject to change.

FAQs

• Do greyhounds need special insurance?

  Not necessarily special, but policies covering breed-specific conditions, particularly related to their racing history, are highly beneficial. This could mean ensuring cover for things like arthritis are included.

• Can older greyhounds still get insurance?

  Yes, many insurers cover older dogs up to 8 or 9 years old, but often at higher premiums, and some conditions may have exclusions, particularly if they're pre-existing.

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Peta Taylor is a publisher at Finder, working across all of insurance. She's been analysing product disclosure statements and publishing articles for over 2 years. Peta is passionate about demystifying complex insurance products to help users make well educated decisions with confidence. Peta is part of Finder's insurance awards team and works alongside editorial and insights experts to bring users the best insurance products every year. See full bio