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Are you taking the necessary precautions to protect your pets? Petguard, from Thistle Insurance, has a range of benefits and is currently offering members a 20% introductory discount* for the first year’s premium.
Thistle Insurance Services, the Institution’s partner for Leisure and Lifestyle insurance, knows how important your pets are to you - which is why Thistle has developed Petguard. It offers a tailored approach to pet insurance and lets you create a policy which suits your requirements.
Petguard offers:
- A choice of four different levels of vet fees
- Insurance for a pet of any age (from two months)
- Vet fee excess of just £50 in the first year
- Quick treatment – no need to consult Thistle if your pet is referred for specialist treatment by your vet
- Cover for your complementary treatment, clinical diets and behavioural problems
In addition, Petguard is currently offering a 20% introductory discount* for the first year’s premium.
Recently, Britain has been experiencing higher than normal temperatures, which may be enjoyable for us but not always for our pets. Pet owners should be aware that in high temperatures, animals, especially dogs, find it difficult to cool down quickly, which puts them at risk of overheating.
Every year there are dogs that are affected by the hot weather - so to prevent them from suffering, you could follow these simple steps:
- Make sure your dog has enough water to drink
- Don’t take dogs in the car if you plan on leaving them in the vehicle
- Avoid taking your dog for a walk during the hottest parts of the day
Cats are known for enjoying the sun and the heat. Often, they are able to keep themselves cool, but to protect them from excessive heat there are things that you can do, such as:
- Protect cats from the sun if they are pale-coloured – ask your vet for advice
- Don’t let cats outside during the hottest parts of the day
- Close curtains and blinds to keep your home cooler
- Provide cats with water to drink
For further information about Petguard, or to obtain a quote, please visit the
Petguard website or call 0844 249 1157.
*Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. Petguard is a trading style of Thistle Insurance Services Limited. Lloyds Broker. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A JLT Group company. Registered office: The St Botolph Building, 138 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AW. Registered in England No 00338645. VAT No. 244 2321 96.