Living an indoor life of Pasha does not preserve an unexpected even if the cat sleeps on average 16 hours a day and has a life expectancy of five years on average than that of a cat that comes out. “”An indoor cat runs from risks even without going out. Our apparently protective houses are not sterile environments“warns Pierre Fabing, emergency veterinarian.
Should we take insurance to save on veterinary costs? “It is not necessary if the animal is in good health …”
Cares that are covered
The falls of the windows or balconies are quite common. The risks of poisoning with household products and indoor plants (Yucca, Lys, Ficus, etc.) are real. The feline can also have parasites or infections. “”A sedentary cat can be subject to obesity, develop renal failure and heart disease problems. These problems sometimes require therapeutic diet and dietetic follow -up. In these cases, care is covered by this new insurance as well as consultation with the veterinarian who is reimbursed up to 90 %”develops Clara Lesaulnier.
-The budgetary position associated with pet increases because the relationship to the animal has changed significantly in recent years and the inflation of costs linked to veterinary costs also weighs. “”An emergency consultation in Belgium costs an average of 350 euros, and in case of surgery, this can exceed 1,500 euros“Indicates Dr Pierre Fabing.
A first in Belgium and in the Benelux: animals will be treated like humans
Insurance for animals and interior cats are presented as a help for the master and the animal. “”This avoids euthanasia or abandonment. Both are often linked to the impossibility of people to pay health costs “, argue Clara Lesaulnier. “As with any insurance, we cover ourselves, we preserve ourselves from a risk. As long as everything is going well, it feels like paying for nothing. “
