RSPCA Pet Insurance Review

How does RSPCA's pet insurance stack up? Here's the verdict.

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RSPCA Pet Insurance

Key takeaways

  • RSPCA pet insurance can cover up to $20,000 of your vet bills each year.
  • It features a $0 excess.

Pros

  • No excess to pay, unlike with many other insurers.
  • It comes with an annual limit of $20,000 – the standard among most insurers on Finder is $15,000.

Cons

  • Its $20,000 annual benefit isn't quite market-leading. A handful of insurers including Petsy, Knose and Everyday offer more.
  • It pays 80% which is standard, though some insurers will pay you more.

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$11,000
$1,200
80%
Get 1 month free for the first year of new policies. T&Cs apply.
RSPCA's second most comprehensive policy. For extra protection, you can add on Routine Care Cover.
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$20,000
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80%
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Comprehensive cover for your pet, including the option of routine care.
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$11,000
$2,000
60%
Get 1 month free for the first year of new policies. T&Cs apply.
Covers your vet bills when your cat or dog suffers an accidental injury or illness.
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$11,000
$1,000
75%
Get 1 month free for the first year of new policies. T&Cs apply.
Covers your pet for a range of accidents and illnesses.
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What do Australians think of RSPCA pet insurance brand?

  • 4.39/5 overall for Customer Satisfaction - higher than the average of 4.15, and this was the highest score in the category
  • 4.74/5 for Trust - higher than the average of 4.39, and this was the highest score in the category
  • 4.4/5 for Customer Service - higher than the average of 4.16, and this was the highest score in the category

Based on RSPCA pet insurance brand scores in Finder's 2024 & 2025 Customer Satisfaction Awards.

RSPCA pet insurance costs

To help give you an idea about costs for RSPCA pet insurance, we gathered quotes for a few of Australia's favourite dog breeds. Just remember, prices are going to change based on things like your own dog's breed, age and your address, so it's always worth comparing policies and getting a few quotes.

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$1,662.52
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RSPCA's second most comprehensive policy. For extra protection, you can add on Routine Care Cover.
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$1,860.18
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$828.30
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$1,531.95
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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.
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"Pet insurance is very expensive (I'm paying $152.07/month for my 2-year-old French bulldog) but there are always special offers so it's worth comparing your options every year or so. When I signed up there was a discount for the first year, so I was paying $118.60/month, but it has since gone up and it was time to compare my options. I like how there is no excess with RSPCA, which is one of the most important things I compared in my research. The "economy cover" doesn't cover everything so it's important to check the fine print and make sure you're comfortable with what it does and does not include. For example, I didn't realise it didn't include desexing and I was out of pocket for this procedure."

Michelle Hutchison
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What does RSPCA pet insurance cover?

Here's what's included with RSPCA pet insurance.

Accidental injuries

Like all insurers, RSPCA covers accidental injuries. It'll pay you 80% of vet bills if your pet is involved in an injury such as:

  • A motor vehicle incident
  • A burn or electrocution
  • An allergic reaction to an insect bite, excluding flea and tick bites

Illnesses

Some RSPCA policies cover illnesses. They can pay 80% of eligible vet bills for illnesses such as:

Routine care

Routine care is an optional benefit with RSPCA. This means you need to pay extra for it if you want it included. It can help pay the costs of the following:

  • Desexing
  • Microchipping
  • Heartworm control
  • Teeth cleaning
  • Vaccinations
  • Health checks
  • Flee/tick/worm control
  • Training

RSPCA frequently asked questions

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    SandraJanuary 5, 2016

    I wish to cancel my policy as we know longer have the cat have given the cat to our daughter to replace the one she lost

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      RichardJanuary 6, 2016Finder

      Hi Sandra,

      Thanks for your question. finder.com.au is a comparison service. You’ll need to contact RSPCA directly which you can do so by calling 1300 881 492.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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    DeborahSeptember 4, 2015

    Hi, I already have 2 cats insured (3.5yo & 3yo) and have just adopted a dog to rescue him from being euthanized. The dog is a 13-14yo Jack Russell cross. Which cover can I get for him to add on to my existing policy?

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      RichardSeptember 4, 2015Finder

      Hi Deborah,

      Thanks for question. According to the RSPCA Pet Insurance FAQs page, while there are no age limits for Accidental Injury Cover, dogs and cats nine years and older cannot be covered for RSPCA Economy Accident & Illness Cover or RSPCA Ultimate Accident & Illness Cover.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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    JenJenApril 21, 2015

    I have RSPCA Ultimate Pet cover for my 2.5yr dog. She has been covered by this insurance since she was 10 weeks old. Recently she was diagnosed with a ‘floating kneecap’. This is not a pre existing condition and will need an operation by an orthopedic surgeon. Is my dog covered to the usual 80% benefit.

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      RichardApril 22, 2015Finder

      Hi Jenjen,

      Thanks for your question. You ought to be cover. However, you will need to contact RSPA Pet Insurance for a definitive answer.

      Thanks,
      Richard

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    chenieFebruary 10, 2015

    Hi,

    I am on the ultimate cover with RSPCA and my puppy is due in for surgery for Hernia repair. But i have realized he is not up to date with his vaccinations.

    Will i still be covered?

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      RichardFebruary 10, 2015Finder

      Hi Chenie,

      Thanks for your question. Whether or not your puppy is covered depends on whether or not vaccinations is mentioned in your schedule of benefits as an exclusion if shots are not up to date. Your best bet is to get in contact with RSPCA and ask them whether or not you’re covered. You can reach them by calling 1300 881 492.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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    StephanieDecember 10, 2014

    Hi

    I have the Ultimate Cover for my puppy and he has recently been desexed. I am wondering if he is covered, how much coverage percentage I can claim and how I can claim it.

    Please email me back at your earliest convenience.

    Kinds Regards

    Stephanie

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      RichardDecember 11, 2014Finder

      Hi Stephanie,

      Thanks for your question. RSPCA Pet Insurance allows policyholders to claim for up to 80%, which is designed to help pet owners cope with unexpected expenses. However not all vet bills are covered. Unless it is stated on your Certificate of Insurance, desexing is not covered as it is an elective procedure.

      I hope this was helpful,
      Richard

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