20 %
Introductory Discount
plus
10 %
Multi-pet Discount
Senior Dog insurance from £5.34 per Lunar Month
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Lunar Monthly premium based on a 12 year old, Small Mongrel, living in York on an Accident Only policy and including an introductory discount.
However, a Lifetime Gold policy for the same dog would cost £58.06 per Lunar Month including an introductory discount.

Senior Dog Insurance For Pooches Over 8!

Whether your priority is buying on a budget or finding a comprehensive dog insurance policy, not only do we offer 5 different types of dog insurance policy from Public Liability Only or Accident Only to a Lifetime policy but you can also tweak your policy further with our range of Optional Benefits.

The senior dog insurance policy types and benefits on this page are available for dogs aged 8 years old and over. If your pet is under 8 you will need to see our dog insurance page.

Choose From 5 Policy Types to Start

To start your quote simply choose the policy type that suits your needs. We offer the following:

  • Public Liability Only - Your legal liability to others for compensation and costs arising out of your ownership of your dog.
  • Accident Only - Vet’s Fees cover should your pet require treatment for an injury caused by an accident

The following include all of our dog insurance benefits as shown in the table below, the difference being the cover amounts available and how Vet’s Fees cover works:

  • Time Limited - Vet's Fees cover for up to 365 days from the date each injury or illness first showed clinical signs
  • Maximum Benefit - Vet's Fees cover for each injury or illness to the maximum amount available irrespective of the time taken to reach it
  • Lifetime - Vet’s Fees cover renews each policy term throughout the life of your pet as long as premiums are kept up to date

What Additional Optional Benefits Can I Add?

Please note that Lifetime Copper, Zinc, Titanium or Palladium policies do not offer Optional Benefits. However, our other policies allow you to tweak your pet insurance with the following Optional Benefits:

  • European Cover*

* not available on Public Liability Only or Accident Only policies

For further details simply read on or get a free no-strings quote and find out if you could be better off insuring your senior dog with The Insurance Emporium.

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Our Range of Cover Levels

Check out our easy-to-read Table of Benefits below to see which level of cover will give you the protection you need, but first please check your pet isn’t included on our Excluded Breeds.

Public Liability - Your legal liability to others for compensation and costs arising out of your ownership of your dog
 
  • Public Liability i
  • Vet's Fees i
  • Death of Pet i
  • Boarding Kennel Fees i
  • Holiday Cancellation i
  • Loss by Theft or Straying i
  • Advertising & Reward i
  • Accidental Damage i
  • Personal Accident i
Public Liability Only
Lunar Monthly
(payable every 28 days)
  • £1.5 million
Public Liability Only
Yearly
(payable annually)
  • £1 million
Accident Only - Vet’s Fees cover should your pet require treatment for an injury caused by an accident
 
  • Public Liability i
  • Vet's Fees i
  • Death of Pet i
  • Boarding Kennel Fees i
  • Holiday Cancellation i
  • Loss by Theft or Straying i
  • Advertising & Reward i
  • Accidental Damage i
  • Personal Accident i
Accident Only
Lunar Monthly
(payable every 28 days)
  • £3,000/injury
Accident Only
Yearly
(payable annually)
  • £2,500/injury
Time Limited - Vet’s Fees cover for up to 365 days from the date each injury, illness, or condition first showed clinical signs.
   
  • Public Liability i
  • Vet's Fees i
  • Death of Pet i
  • Boarding Kennel Fees i
  • Holiday Cancellation i
  • Loss by Theft or Straying i
  • Advertising & Reward i
  • Accidental Damage i
  • Personal Accident i
Time Limited
Lunar Monthly
(payable every 28 days)
Bronze
  • £1.5m
  • £1,500/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £700
  • £150
Silver
  • £1.5m
  • £4,000/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £800
  • £750
  • £200
Gold
  • £1.5m
  • £6,000/
    condition
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £1,750
  • £1,500
  • £850
  • £800
  • £250
Time Limited
Yearly
(payable annually)
Bronze
  • £1m
  • £1,000/
    condition
  • £750
  • £500
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £600
  • £500
  • £100
Silver
  • £1m
  • £3,500/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £650
  • £600
  • £150
Gold
  • £1m
  • £5,000/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £700
  • £650
  • £200
Maximum Benefit - Vet’s Fees cover for each injury, illness, or condition to the maximum amount available irrespective of time taken to reach it.
   
  • Public Liability i
  • Vet's Fees i
  • Death of Pet i
  • Boarding Kennel Fees i
  • Holiday Cancellation i
  • Loss by Theft or Straying i
  • Advertising & Reward i
  • Accidental Damage i
  • Personal Accident i
Maximum Benefit
Lunar Monthly
(payable every 28 days)
Bronze
  • £1.5m
  • £2,000/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £700
  • £150
Silver
  • £1.5m
  • £4,500/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £800
  • £750
  • £200
Gold
  • £1.5m
  • £7,500/
    condition
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £1,750
  • £1,500
  • £850
  • £800
  • £250
Maximum Benefit
Yearly
(payable annually)
Bronze
  • £1m
  • £1,500/
    condition
  • £750
  • £500
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £600
  • £500
  • £100
Silver
  • £1m
  • £4,000/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £650
  • £600
  • £150
Gold
  • £1m
  • £6,000/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £700
  • £650
  • £200
Lifetime - Vet’s Fees cover throughout the life of your pet as long as the premiums are kept up to date.
   
  • Public Liability i
  • Vet's Fees i
  • Complementary Treatment i
  • Death of Pet i
  • Boarding Kennel Fees i
  • Holiday Cancellation i
  • Loss by Theft or Straying i
  • Advertising & Reward i
  • Accidental Damage i
  • Personal Accident i
Lifetime
Lunar Monthly
(payable every 28 days,
cover renews every 28 days)
Bronze
  • £1.5m
  • £2,500/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £700
  • £150
Silver
  • £1.5m
  • £5,000/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £800
  • £750
  • £200
Gold
  • £1.5m
  • £8,000/
    condition
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £1,750
  • £1,500
  • £850
  • £800
  • £250
Lifetime
Yearly
(payable annually,
cover renews annually)
Bronze
  • £1m
  • £2,000/
    condition
  • £750
  • £500
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £600
  • £500
  • £100
Silver
  • £1m
  • £4,500/
    condition
  • £1,000
  • £750
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £650
  • £600
  • £150
Gold
  • £1m
  • £6,500/
    condition
  • £1,250
  • £1,000
  • £1,500
  • £1,250
  • £700
  • £650
  • £200
Lifetime
Annual with monthly payment option
(payable monthly or annually,
cover renews annually)
Copper
  • £1m
  • £2,000/
    year
  • £750
    (inner limit)
  • £750
  • £500
  • £750
  • £750
  • £500
  • £500
Zinc
  • £1m
  • £3,000/
    year
  • £1,000
    (inner limit)
  • £750
  • £500
  • £750
  • £750
  • £500
  • £500
Titanium
  • £1m
  • £4,000/
    year
  • £1,250
    (inner limit)
  • £750
  • £500
  • £750
  • £750
  • £500
  • £500
Palladium
  • £1m
  • £6,000/
    year
  • £1,500
    (inner limit)
  • £750
  • £500
  • £750
  • £750
  • £500
  • £500

Your legal liability to others for compensation and costs arising out of your ownership of your dog.

The cost of treatment and/or complementary treatment of an injury, illness, or condition.

The cost of treatment and/or complementary treatment of an injury.

The cost of treatment and/or complementary treatment of an injury caused by an accident.

The price paid (or a percentage of the price paid) if your pet dies or is put to sleep following an injury, illness or condition.

The price paid (or a percentage of the price paid) if your pet dies or is put to sleep following an injury.

Complementary Treatment must be carried out by your vet or a qualified practitioner (who is a member of a recognised association) recommended by your vet.

The cost of boarding your pet if you are hospitalised for at least 3 days.

The cost of cancellation or curtailment within 14 days of departure if your pet needs emergency life-saving surgery.

If your pet is not found within 28 days of straying or being stolen, the price paid less 50% for pets aged 6 years or more, or 25% for neutered pets up to the age of 6 years.

The cost of advertising for the return of your pet or paying a reward which leads to its return.

The cost of accidental damage to another’s personal property.

Income lost following you being bitten by your pet.

Your legal liability to others for compensation and costs arising out of your ownership of your dog.

The cost of treatment and/or complementary treatment of an injury, illness, or condition.

The cost of treatment and/or complementary treatment of an injury caused by an accident.

The price paid (or a percentage of the price paid) if your pet dies or is put to sleep following an injury, illness or condition.

The cost of boarding your pet if you are hospitalised for at least 3 days.

The cost of cancellation or curtailment within 14 days of departure if your pet needs emergency life-saving surgery.

If your pet is not found within 28 days of straying or being stolen, the price paid less 50% for pets aged 6 years or more or 25% for neutered pets up to the age of 6 years plus a sum for advertising for the return of your pet.

The cost of advertising for the return of your pet or paying a reward which leads to its return.

The cost of accidental damage to another’s personal property.

Income lost following you being bitten by your pet.

Why Insure Your Senior Dog With Us

10% Multi-Pet Discount Available
No Excess To Pay Except on Vet's Fees & Public Liability
95% Of all claims Paid out in 2022

Read The Not Small Print

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The 20% Introductory Discount is available from the start of the policy until its first review/renewal date.

Insure more than one pet with us and you will be eligible for an extra 10% discount on your pet insurance, a potential 30% discount on new policies (including 20% Introductory Discount).

£5.34 per Lunar Month is based on a Lunar Monthly policy including an introductory discount based on a 12 year old, Small Mongrel, living in York on an Accident Only policy.

£58.06 per Lunar Month is based on a Lunar Monthly policy including an introductory discount for the same dog on a Lifetime Gold policy.

A lunar monthly policy runs in periods of 28 days. This type of policy renews each 28 days upon receipt of appropriate premium.

How do I redeem my promo code discount?
Enter the promo code at checkout or let our team know over the phone and the discount will be applied to the final premium.

How can I view my policy documents and change my details?
Simply register and log into your My Emporium account to view your policy, change your contact details and download a claim form.

How do your pet policies work?
Because we want you to have the flexibility that really suits your lifestyle, we offer five different policy types. Take a look at our handy flowchart to find out exactly how our policy types can benefit you.

Does the policy cover physiotherapy for my senior dog?
Yes, if you have selected a policy that includes veterinary fees. Acupuncture, homeopathic or herbal medicines, hydrotherapy, laser treatment, physiotherapy and ultrasound are included for the treatment of a condition covered by your policy, if recommended by your vet. Limitations apply for hydrotherapy, please see the policy wording.

Does the policy cover prescription diet?
The veterinary fees section on the Time Limited, Maximum Benefit and Lifetime policies includes cover for prescription diet for the treatment to dissolve bladder stones or crystals in urine only. Limitations apply, please see the policy wording.

If my senior dog is not vaccinated can I still arrange cover?
Yes although unvaccinated senior dogs are not covered for: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis and Parvovirus. In addition any treatment required for an illness that may have been prevented with a routine vaccination will be excluded (unless the vaccine failed).

Are there any treatments I am unable to claim for?
We will not pay for preventative, cosmetic and routine treatments as well as claims for any behavioural problems.

Am I able to claim for any dental treatment for my senior dog within this policy?
Routine treatment such as scaling, polishing teeth and the removal of deciduous teeth are not covered nor are any claims in respect of tooth or gum disease. However we would consider claims due to injury.

Would the policy cover if my dog has an accident a few days after buying the policy?
If you purchase the Lifetime Copper, Zinc, Titanium or Palladium policies, and your dog has an accident 48 hours after your policy starts, you can claim for vet’s fees, but any accidents in the first 48 hours are excluded. We do not cover any problem affecting the cruciate ligaments within 14 days of your policy starting. This includes any arthritis, illness or injury that develops from them.

Would the policy cover if my dog fell ill a few days after buying the policy?
No, the policy excludes any illness displaying clinical signs within 14 days of the policy commencing. Please refer to the policy wording for details of all exclusions.

Are there any breeds of senior dog you won't cover?
Yes. Please see our list of excluded breeds. All applications are subject to underwriting approval.

Can I insure a crossbreed or mongrel?
Yes. Simply select crossbreed or mongrel when going through the quote process.

What help will my policy offer if my senior dog is lost?
As part of your policy, we offer cover for advertising and reward to help with the cost of getting your dog back. If your dog is not found within 28 days of straying or being stolen from your address we will pay the price paid for the dog, less 50%, for a pet aged over 6 years or more. For neutered dogs up to the age of 6 years, we will pay the price paid for the dog, less 25%. If you are unable to prove a purchase receipt, you will receive a payment of £75.

If my senior dog has a condition which needs ongoing treatment, do I need to wait until the treatment has finished before I can make my claim?
No you do not have to wait, claims should be submitted as soon as the senior dog receives treatment.

My senior dog has suffered medical problems in the past, are you still able to offer me cover?
Yes, we can still insure your dog but you are obliged to inform us of any previous medical conditions your dog has suffered from in the past. We do not cover conditions that first showed clinical signs, happened or existed before the commencement date/time shown on your policy schedule. We do not cover illness or conditions that first showed clinical signs, happened or existed within the first 14 days of the policy inception. For Lifetime Copper, Zinc, Titanium and Palladium policies please note that we also do not cover any injuries displaying clinical signs within 48 hours of the policy inception, and do not cover any problem affecting the cruciate ligaments within 14 days of the policy inception. This includes any arthritis, illness or injury that develops from them. All applications are subject to approval.

What should I do if my senior dog is referred on to a specialist?
Please submit an additional claim form and invoices from the specialist.

Do you cover hereditary conditions?
Yes, as long as the condition doesn't first show clinical signs, happened or existed at the commencement date/time shown on your policy schedule or within the first 14 days of the policy inception.

Do you cover congenital conditions?
Yes, as long as the condition doesn't first show clinical signs, happens or exists at the commencement date/time shown on your policy schedule or within the first 14 days of the policy inception.

At what age does my dog become classed as a 'senior pet'?
When your dog is aged 8 years and older we class it as senior. There is no upper age limit on our senior pet policies.

I'm thinking about taking out more than one pet policy with The Insurance Emporium, will you give me a discount?
Yes, we offer a 10% discount on each subsequent pet policy you take out with us. Total maximum discount is 30%. There is no maximum number of pets that you can insure; multi-pet discounts apply to dogs or cats or a combination of both.

What amount will I have to pay as an excess?
There is no excess except on Vet’s Fees (Calculated by policy type, breed, age and cover level).

How will the vet bills be paid if my senior dog needs treatment?
When submitting a claim you have a choice, we can pay you directly into your bank account or your veterinary practice. Either way you'll need to inform us directly.

What does Accident Only Mean?
The Accident Only policy provides cover for veterinary feeds for treatment after an injury caused by an accident.

What does Time Limited mean?
The Time Limited policy provides cover for veterinary fees for up to 365 days from the date each injury or illness first showed clinical signs. There are 3 levels of cover available: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

What does Maximum Benefit mean?
The Maximum Benefit policy provides cover for veterinary fees for each injury or illness to the maximum amount available irrespective of the time taken to reach it. Once the amount has been reached, the treatment (condition) won't be covered again. There are 3 levels of cover available: Bronze, Silver and Gold.

What does Lifetime mean?
The Lifetime policy provides cover for veterinary fees for each injury, illness or condition. Cover renews throughout the life of the pet as long as premiums are kept up to date. There are 7 levels of cover available: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Copper, Zinc, Titanium and Palladium.

What does Public Liability mean?
The Public Liability Only policy provides cover for your legal liability to others for compensation costs arising out of your ownership of your dog. Cover is also provided for your  expenses of defending criminal proceedings incurred with our written consent.

A lunar monthly policy runs for, and premiums are collected on, equal periods of 28 days. This type of policy renews every 28 days.

Runs for 365 days from the commencement date and time shown on Your policy schedule; automatically renews annually.