Guide Dogs Pet Insurance offers comprehensive policies only.
A percentage of your premium is donated to Guide Dogs Australia.
Pros
The 85% reimbursement rate and $20,000 annual limit are higher than almost all policies available on Finder - most only cover 80% of your bills.
A portion of your premiums goes towards Guide Dogs Australia.
It's ideal for guide dogs - you get $1,000,000 Third Party Liability, covering you for legal fees if something happens.
Cons
It's not good if you're only looking for an accident-only option since all policies cover injuries and illnesses.
Routine care is only an option with Premium care but this is generally the case with other insurers as well.
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Why choose Guide Dogs pet insurance?
Guide Dogs has a number of features included in its pet insurance policies that could be right for you. These include:
High reimbursement rate. Guide Dogs offers up to 85% reimbursement on eligible vet bills under its Premium Care plan. This is higher than the 80% limit that is standard across many comparable pet insurance policies.
Charitable contribution. A percentage of your policy premium is automatically donated to Guide Dogs Australia. This goes towards funding the training and placement of guide dogs for individuals with sight loss or low vision.
Coverage for senior pets. The provider offers a specific Basic Care policy for dogs and cats aged 9 years and older that includes cover for both illnesses and specified accidental injuries. Many other insurers restrict new policies for senior pets to accident-only cover or refuse coverage altogether.
Taking your pet overseas. Guide Dogs covers eligible veterinary expenses if your pet requires unexpected treatment while travelling with you in specific locations, namely New Zealand and Norfolk Island.
GapOnly claiming. The policy supports the GapOnly payment system at participating veterinary clinics. This allows your claim to be processed on the spot so you only have to pay the out-of-pocket difference, rather than the full upfront bill.
Multi-pet discount. You can receive a 10% discount on your overall premium costs if you insure more than one pet with them.
Guide Dogs pet insurance costs
To help give you an idea about costs for Guide Dogs pet insurance, we gathered annual quotes for a few of Australia's favourite dog breeds. Just remember, prices are going to change based on things like breed, age and your address, so it's always worth comparing policies and getting a few quotes.
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Pet: 5-year-old dog
Breed: Dachshund, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, Greyhound
DOB: 1 June 2020
Sex: Male
Policy: Premium Care & Comprehensive Care
Quotes updated in July 2025
Desexed: Yes
Excess: $100
Owner's DOB: 1 May 1985
Address: New South Wales, 2011
Prices will differ based on a few criteria, including:
The gender, breed and age of your pet
The level of cover you choose
Your excess
Your location
If your pet is desexed.
What isn't covered by a Guide Dogs Pet Insurance policy?
To ensure you know exactly what is and isn't covered, always read the product disclosure statement. The following list reflects some of the general exclusions you will find with a Guide Dogs Pet Insurance policy:
Pre-existing conditions
Dental care
Preventative and routine care
Elective treatments and procedures
Breeding and obstetrics
Behavioural conditions
Alternative therapies
Unapproved medications
Food and accessories
Negligence
Certain services
How to submit a Guide Dogs Pet Insurance claim
For those preferring digital management, claims are handled through the pet portal.
Log in. Access the Pet Portal via the Guide Dogs Insurance website. If you are a first-time claimant, you must register using your policy number and the email address associated with your account to activate your portal access.
Request documentation from your vet. During or after your visit, request and itemised tax invoice or consultation notes from your veterinarian.
Upload to the pet portal. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Claims' section. Upload clear photos or PDF copies of both the invoice and the consultation notes.
Confirm details and conditions. Select the pet you are claiming for and provide brief details about the condition or event. Ensure the date of treatment matches your invoice to avoid processing delays.
Review and submit. Review the uploaded documents to ensure they are legible. Once submitted, you can track the progress of the claim through the 'Claim History' tab in the portal.
Guide Dogs pet insurance FAQs
Yes, Guide Dogs Pet insurance is available to all cats and dogs.
Pets must be at least 8 weeks old before they can be insured.
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We have just adopted to short hair cats, one male one female and both have had all the right things done to them. Female is 5 months while the male is 8 months. We need to have them both insured, what is your best deal for them both and a veteran?
Regards,
Rob
Finder
JeniJuly 9, 2019Finder
Hi Rob,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
If you consider to take out pet insurance with Guide Dogs Pet Insurance, please click on the green Get Deal or Go to site button on this page to be redirected to their official page to learn more on their offered products. You may also speak to one of their representatives on getting your pets insured.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
ZoeJune 15, 2019
Does your insurance cover snake bite treatment? Thanks
Finder
JeniJune 16, 2019Finder
Hi Zoe,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
Yes, it is cover under Accidental Injury. Please note that it is important to read the policy documents before buying insurance from Guide Dogs Pet Insurance to make sure it is suitable for you.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
KelliJune 5, 2019
Is there awaiting time on elbow or shoulder surgery or cruciate ligaments?
Finder
JhezJune 6, 2019Finder
Hello Kelli,
Thank you for your comment.
Yes, there is a 6 months waiting period for the Cruciate ligament cover. You can compare cruciate ligament cover from different pet insurance brands. You may compare the annual limit and please make sure to read the eligibility criteria, features, and details of the policy, as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statement PDS/T&C’s of the policy before making a decision and consider whether the product is right for you. If necessary, speak to the insurance brand to verify any details. When you are ready, press the ‘Go to site’ button to apply for a cover.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
NoelineMay 28, 2019
Is routine neutering & spaying covered with any of the companies
NikkiMay 29, 2019
Hi Noeline,
Thanks for your inquiry!
Yes, there are companies that cover desexing your pet. You can also get a discount on this. The National Desexing Network (NDN) is a charity that aims to end pet overpopulation by making it more affordable for pet owners in financial need to have their animals desexed.
The NDN keeps a list of veterinarians on its website so you can find the nearest vet clinic that offers a discount on desexing every month of July. The registered veterinarians who participate in the NDN program don’t get any extra funding. They choose to reduce their fees out of their own concern for animal welfare.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Nikki
NatalieJanuary 16, 2019
I already have comprehensive Dog Insurance, but would like to change to a different company. Will my dog have to go through “waiting periods” or have to wait a certain amount of time if we need to claim? How do pre-existing problems rate when you change companies?
AshJanuary 22, 2019
Hi Natalie,
Thank you for contacting finder.
Indeed, once you change the Insurer for your dog’s policy there will be at least 30 days waiting period for illness cover. The waiting period will depend on the policy that you will, you may reach out directly to Guide Dogs for the specific waiting time frame.
For Guide Dogs Pet Insurance, they do not cover pre-existing conditions that your pet showed before you take out the policy or has shown during the waiting period.
I hope this helps.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have additional questions.
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We have just adopted to short hair cats, one male one female and both have had all the right things done to them. Female is 5 months while the male is 8 months. We need to have them both insured, what is your best deal for them both and a veteran?
Regards,
Rob
Hi Rob,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
If you consider to take out pet insurance with Guide Dogs Pet Insurance, please click on the green Get Deal or Go to site button on this page to be redirected to their official page to learn more on their offered products. You may also speak to one of their representatives on getting your pets insured.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
Does your insurance cover snake bite treatment? Thanks
Hi Zoe,
Thank you for getting in touch with Finder.
Yes, it is cover under Accidental Injury. Please note that it is important to read the policy documents before buying insurance from Guide Dogs Pet Insurance to make sure it is suitable for you.
I hope this helps.
Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Cheers,
Jeni
Is there awaiting time on elbow or shoulder surgery or cruciate ligaments?
Hello Kelli,
Thank you for your comment.
Yes, there is a 6 months waiting period for the Cruciate ligament cover. You can compare cruciate ligament cover from different pet insurance brands. You may compare the annual limit and please make sure to read the eligibility criteria, features, and details of the policy, as well as the relevant Product Disclosure Statement PDS/T&C’s of the policy before making a decision and consider whether the product is right for you. If necessary, speak to the insurance brand to verify any details. When you are ready, press the ‘Go to site’ button to apply for a cover.
Regards,
Jhezelyn
Is routine neutering & spaying covered with any of the companies
Hi Noeline,
Thanks for your inquiry!
Yes, there are companies that cover desexing your pet. You can also get a discount on this. The National Desexing Network (NDN) is a charity that aims to end pet overpopulation by making it more affordable for pet owners in financial need to have their animals desexed.
The NDN keeps a list of veterinarians on its website so you can find the nearest vet clinic that offers a discount on desexing every month of July. The registered veterinarians who participate in the NDN program don’t get any extra funding. They choose to reduce their fees out of their own concern for animal welfare.
Hope this helps!
Best,
Nikki
I already have comprehensive Dog Insurance, but would like to change to a different company. Will my dog have to go through “waiting periods” or have to wait a certain amount of time if we need to claim? How do pre-existing problems rate when you change companies?
Hi Natalie,
Thank you for contacting finder.
Indeed, once you change the Insurer for your dog’s policy there will be at least 30 days waiting period for illness cover. The waiting period will depend on the policy that you will, you may reach out directly to Guide Dogs for the specific waiting time frame.
For Guide Dogs Pet Insurance, they do not cover pre-existing conditions that your pet showed before you take out the policy or has shown during the waiting period.
I hope this helps.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have additional questions.
Cheers,
Ash