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Compare Embrace vs. Fetch Pet Insurance

What’s the difference between Embrace Pet Insurance and Fetch Pet Insurance? See how our editors compare the two companies below.
Last Updated: April 26, 2024
Embrace Pet Insurance
4.4 / 5 - Excellent
#4 in Pet Insurance
Fetch Pet Insurance
4.4 / 5 - Excellent
#8 in Pet Insurance
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Key Facts

  • Unlimited reimbursement, use at any vet
  • Covers illnesses, conditions & accidents
  • Add on dental insurance & prescription coverage
  • Optional wellness plan for routine check-ups, grooming & training costs
  • Most comprehensive pet insurance for dogs & cats
  • Get back up to 90% on unexpected vet bills
  • $1000 in online vet visits included at no extra cost  
  • Exam fees are covered (Save $50-$250 per sick visit)

OVERALL RATINGS

 EmbraceFetch
Coverage5.0/55.0/5
Cost4.5/53.0/5
Extras4.5/54.5/5

What do their policies cover?

 EmbraceFetch
Pets Covered
Dogs
Cats
Dogs
Cats
Coverage Types
Medical
Wellness
Medical
Vet Selection
Unrestricted
Unrestricted
Out-of-State Coverage
Yes
Yes
Commercial Pets Covered

Medical Conditions Covered

Embrace
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Fetch
  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental
  • Dental Illness
  • Accidental
  • Illness
  • Hereditary
  • Congenital
  • Cancer
  • Chronic
  • Accidental Dental
  • Behavioral
  • Oral Disease and Injuries

Medical Treatments Covered

Embrace
vs
Fetch
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Surgery
  • Hospitalization
  • Prescription Medications
  • Emergency Care
  • Specialty Care
  • Alternative Care
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Prosthetics & Mobility Aids
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Surgery
  • Hospitalization
  • Prescription Medications
  • Alternative Care
  • Holistic Care
  • Homeopathic Treatments

How do their benefit limits compare?

 EmbraceFetch
Benefit Limit Types
Annual
Annual
Annual Benefit Maximum
$15,000

Reimbursement & Deductible Differences

 EmbraceFetch
Reimbursement Model
Actual Cost
Actual Cost
Minimum Percent Reimbursement
65%
70%
Maximum Percent Reimbursement
90%
90%
 EmbraceFetch
Deductible Type
Annual
Annual
Minimum Deductible Offered
$100
$250
Maximum Deductible Offered
$1,000
$500

Cost Comparison

Starting Monthly Premiums

 EmbraceFetch
Dog: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male Golden Retriever in zip code 92683
$13.04
$19.66
Cat: Sample Monthly Premium, 1 year old male American Shorthair in zip code 92683
$8.98
$19.66
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $1,000 Benefits Cap: $5,000 Reimbursement Model: 70% of Actual Cost
Rate Details: Annual Deductible: $300, Annual Coverage: $10,000, Reimbursement Model: 80% of Actual Cost for zip code 76006 for a small mixed-breed puppy or domestic shorthair kitten.
Available Discounts: Discounts vary by state. Discount options include, but are not limited to, a multiple pet discount of 5-10%, military discount of 5%, spay/neuter discount of 5%, annual payment discount of 5%, paying via bank account discount of 5%, and PenHIP discount of 5% (if score is 0.3 or lower).
Available Discounts: Up to 10% discounts for shelter adopters, rescue adopters, veterinarians, veterinary employees, active military and veterans.

Compare Enrollment & Waiting Periods

 EmbraceFetch
Min Enrollment Age
6 weeks
6 weeks
Max Enrollment Age
14 years
Illnesses Waiting Period
14 days
15 days
Free Look Period
30 days

Claims & Service

 EmbraceFetch
Claim Form
Mail
Email
Fax
Online Portal
Mail
Email
Fax
Online Portal
Mobile App

Company Disclaimers


Contact & Additional Information

 EmbraceFetch
Homepage URL
Headquarters Address
4530 Richmond Road, Cleveland, OH, 44128
101 Greenwich Street, New York, NY, 10006
Mailing Address
PO Box 22188, Beachwood, OH, 44122
PO Box 1489, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440
Year Founded
2003
2003

Final Verdict

Fetch Pet Insurance and Embrace Pet Insurance are very close in quality and have the same overall rating. That said, Fetch scores better than Embrace across: Benefit Limits, and Deductibles. Whereas, Embrace scores better on Cost, Reviews, and Enrollment. Both companies score similarly on Coverage, Reimbursement, and Extras.


Customer Comments & Reviews

ritzmann.roy

9/6/2022
Embrace Pet Insurance review
I love Embrace. Indeed, my dog had an unexpected surgery after a complication from being neutered, at the same time that I had back surgery. Both surgeries were successful, but reimbursement from Embrace was a breeze, while dealing with my insurance company, not so much. Thankfully, I now have Medicare, but I recall sending a note to Embrace saying my only disappointment was that they didn't insure people. I would never go without insurance from Embrace for my dog. It just makes fet decisions so easy. Do what is best for the dog and don't worry about paying.


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Bernice D

8/14/2022
Fetch Pet Insurance review
Have had Petplan-now Fetch-since 2009 for many dogs. They have never denied a claim and we have had many many claims for all kinds of illnesses. We highly recommend-would not think of going elsewhere


reeltherapytx

8/6/2022
Embrace Pet Insurance review
We’ve had Embrace for four years, never had a claim denied and every time we’ve submitted a claim it has been processed and any money coming back to us has been in our bank account within less than 5 business days. We love it!


mxschaff

12/5/2019
Fetch Pet Insurance review
Petplan insurance has never refused a claim or made me fight to get reimbursed for necessary pet care. Without Petplan I honestly don’t know if I could afford to care for my English Mastiff Bartleby. He has allergies and a joint issue. I would recommend getting Petplan as soon as you get a new furry family member.


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Kim K

3/30/2016
Embrace Pet Insurance review
I have 2 10yr old Labs. Embrace has covered all things they have said they would withing the guidelines of the policy. They went out of their way to get my pups medical history and any additional information from the vets office. I don't know if the have the best overall coverage but i'm very happy with the coverage I have and the customer service that I receive. I absolutely recommend Embrace. And no, I have nothing to do with the company other than them being my chosen canine insurer. Have a blessed day


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David K

3/23/2015
Fetch Pet Insurance review
fast friendly. had no issues with getting doctor paid by PetPlan for several claims. one was about $4000. I only had to pay $200.


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Natasha E

3/13/2015
Fetch Pet Insurance review
I've had PetPlan for years, I think around 8 years now and I cannot be happier with their coverage, speed of processing claims and the amounts that they cover and reimburse. They do not split hairs, and I never had a question or a doubt that they were not being fair in their reimbursements. I've had three cats covered through them, out of which one had to be put down due to acute renal failure and it cost in the ER hospital fees in thousands of $ (LA, CA). They paid me back everything, minus the deductible and up to 80% for the ER/specialty care. Then I adopted my second cat, who is still rather young, but he just had a second bout of pancreatitis in his short 5 years of live. He barely survived and the bill again was in thousands of $$$ for having to rush him in between an ER and ER Specialty hospital. PetPlan again covered a fair deal and sent me a check within 10 days. No questions asked. Fair coverage, happy customer and my cat pulled through, thankfully to this great insurance and even more so to the staff of the two hospitals that took a good care of him. Thank you PetPlan!


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CJ M

2/7/2015
Embrace Pet Insurance review
Review regarding online quoting system: + allows for seemingly every modification to the quote you would like to make + doesn't appear to have a one time administrative fee + definitely the best quoting site for pet insurance I've found so far