Sometimes one pet just isn’t enough! A multi-pet insurance policy could be better than insuring all your animals separately. It keeps everything tied together under one provider.

Multi-pet insurance works the same way as individual pet insurance. But all your pets will be grouped under one insurance provider.

Each pet will have a separate claim limit which means you will not have to spread the cover between them. For example, if your policy provides £3,000 for vet fees, you can claim up to this amount for each individual animal.

Getting a multi-pet policy could work out cheaper than buying several individual policies. It’s still worth shopping around for individual quotes to see how both compare.

Chances are, you treat your pet as one of the family, so the thought of them becoming ill or injured is hard to think about. Should the unthinkable happen, pet insurance can provide a helping paw during your pet’s hour of need.

Without pet insurance in place, could you afford to fork out for your pet’s vet bills or long-term medication? If not, pet insurance could give you valuable peace of mind. It can provide cover, fully or partially, against accidents or illness.

Pet insurance policies can vary. So, you need to do your research to ensure your policy will provide the cover you need. The following features are usually covered under a good pet insurance policy:

Costs for routine treatments can run into thousands. So, pet insurance can be a lifesaver! But routine vet treatment such as vaccinations and worming won’t normally be covered.

Your policy could pay the cost of your pet if they go missing because of theft or straying. You must report your missing pet to the police as soon as possible. Most insurers will pay out if they are not found within 30 days of being reported.

You will normally need to supply proof of buying for your insurer to pay out. If you can't provide proof of buying, your provider may pay out a fixed amount. This depends on your pet’s age at the time they went missing.

This is if your dog causes damage to property or another person. Your pet insurance could help towards any legal costs or compensation you must pay.

To find out more about pet insurance and what it covers, read our guide to pet insurance.

There are some exclusions. You should read about these in your selected policy before you go ahead and insure your pet.

Pet insurance may not be suitable if any of the following apply to your pet:

• Your pet has displayed aggressive tendencies, attacked or bitten another person or animal.
• Your pet has been involved in any legal action.
• Your pet is used for racing, coursing or breeding purposes.
• Your pet is used for security, guarding or connected in any way with a trade or business.
• Your pet lives at a premise that sells alcohol.
• Your pet has a pre-existing medical condition.

There is usually a minimum age before your pet can be covered, for example, from four weeks.

When obtaining a quote, you will need the following information to hand:

• Your personal information, such as your name and address
• Your pet's breed, age and sex
• Your pet's buying price
• Whether your pet is microchipped
• Medical history, including whether they have been spayed or neutered. Also, if their vaccinations are up to date

Getting a quote for multi-pet insurance is straight forward. All you need to do is tell us a few details about your pets. We'll then show you a list of quotes, allowing you to choose the right one to suit your budget and the needs of your pets.