Physicians Mutual is a national provider of health, life insurance and retirement products. Physicians Mutual Pet joins the company’s existing products, including Medicare supplement, dental, life and supplemental health insurance, and funeral pre-planning coverage. The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Mutual Life Insurance Company.

“The Physicians Mutual brand is about spreading joy. Adding Physicians Mutual Pet to our product line is a perfect fit because we know how much joy our pets bring to our lives,” said Rob Roseau, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Mutual of Physicians. “We all want to help keep our pets happy and healthy, and we don’t want financial worries when they need care. We developed Physicians Mutual Pet to provide that peace of mind so parents animals know they’re getting the coverage they need, and their pets can get the best possible care when and where they need it.”

Physicians Mutual Pet Insurance is one of the few providers to offer inclusive coverage, meaning that no matter how old or old the pet is, or what breed it is, it is covered. Other distinctive benefits are the ability to see any veterinarian, customizable franchise options with a $0 the availability of deductible and declining deductible, as well as a waived co-payment and deductible in life-saving emergency treatment situations. Pet owners can also choose options that include coverage for wellness visits, such as checkups, dental treatments, and vaccinations.

Pet insurance began in the United States in 1983, when Lassie, the star collie of the TV show, became the first dog to have pet insurance. Today, nearly 4 million cats and dogs are insured in the United States. More pet owners are purchasing pet insurance as routine veterinary care, treatment, and overall pet health costs continue to rise. According to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association, pet insurance in the United States has grown at an average annual growth rate of 21.6% in the past five years alone. Cats with pet insurance continue to experience a higher growth rate; yet dogs make up the majority of all insured pets in the United States

Physicians Mutual Pet is available to all pet owners. Current active Physician Mutual customers are eligible for a multi-policy discount. Learn all about Physicians Mutual Pet, including coverage options and comparisons, get an instant quote, and explore fun and educational pet resources in a dedicated pet community at pmpet.com.

About the doctors’ mutual
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company and Physicians Life Insurance Company are members of the Physicians Mutual family. Physicians Mutual Insurance Company offers reliable Medicare supplement, dental and supplemental health insurance, and now pet insurance. The Physicians Life Insurance Company provides extensive life insurance coverage. The company also offers coverage for advanced funeral planning to meet the growing needs of funeral home owners and the families they serve. Companies have more $4 billion of assets and consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the country from independent insurance analysts, including AM Best Company and Weiss Ratings. Founded in 1902, Physicians Mutual® is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. To learn more about the company, please visit PhysiciansMutual.com.

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