Specialist insurance for dogs
Specialist insurance for dogs
K9 COVER offers comprehensive pet insurance for your Dachshund. The Dachshund is a scent hound dog that was originally bred for the purpose of hunting small animals. Dachshunds are protective dogs which make them loyal companions and excellent family pets, but they are prone to be aggressive if not trained and managed properly. The Dachshund is also affectionately known as the wiener dog or sausage dog. To ensure your Dachshund 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.
The Dachshund has a longer body and shorter legs when compared to other breeds which can lead to common health problems including:
Did you know, you can now switch your existing lifetime policy and maintain cover for pre-existing medical conditions? We insure Dachshunds up to age 10 for a range of medical conditions. Simply complete our online medical screening.
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.