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Pet Insurance For Alaskan Malamutes

K9 COVER offers comprehensive pet insurance for your Alaskan Malamute. The Alaskan Malamute is a strong, powerful dog with a sturdy body. Initially bred for hauling heavy freight, the Alaskan Malamute is a very intelligent dog who requires an owner with strong leadership skills. This breed demands considerable attention and companionship. To ensure your Alaskan Malamute gets the care they need, make sure you invest in pet insurance. We have a range of options to suit the age and medical history of your dog.

Common Medical Conditions For Alaskan Malamutes

The Alaskan Malamute is considered to be a very healthy breed but there are some common health conditions. These include:

  • hip dysplasia
  • chondrodysplasia
  • inherited polyneuropathy
  • hypothyroidism
  • glaucoma
Alaskan Malamute

Switch Your Lifetime Cover

Did you know, you can now switch your existing lifetime policy and maintain cover for pre-existing medical conditions? We insure Alaskan Malamutes up to age 10 for a range of medical conditions. Simply complete our online medical screening.

Typical Claims Costs

According to the Association of British Insurers the average cost of a pet insurance claim in 2022 rose to £771, and the overwhelming number of payouts were to meet veterinary bills. Depending on location, a typical estimate for your dog to have x-rays, an intravenous drip and some painkillers as part of an overnight stay might start from around £1,600. Operations to repair fractures begin at around £950 and for more complicated work such as hip replacement the fee can easily rise to £3,500.