Costco Pet Insurance Review


Costco Pet Insurance Review: Key Takeaways
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Costco ranks fifth in affordability for cat insurance and eighth for dog insurance, with monthly premiums starting at $25 for cats and $52 for dogs.

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Costco ranks seventh nationally in customer experience, with customers noting mixed experiences regarding claim processing times.

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Costco ranks fifth nationwide for coverage quality, offering accident and illness plans with optional wellness riders that cover preventive care services.

Costco Pet Insurance Ratings

Costco's pet insurance (offered through Figo) scores 3.80 out of 5 for cats and 3.60 for dogs in MoneyGeek's analysis. The company ranks fifth nationally for affordability and seventh in customer experience among competitors. For accident coverage Costco requires a one-day waiting period, shorter than most competitors.

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Customer Experience3.337
Coverage3.455
Overall Score3.88
Affordability4.185
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WHO IS COSTCO PET INSURANCE BEST FOR?

Costco ranks among the best pet insurance companies for pet owners who want low deductibles and unlimited payout options. However, the provider has a six-month waiting period for orthopedic conditions, which won't work if you need immediate comprehensive coverage.

Learn more about the best pet insurance options for your pet:

Costco Pet Insurance Ratings by State

Costco offers pet insurance policies nationwide. While the company doesn't provide the best pet insurance overall, it ranks third for cats in three states and fourth for dogs in two states. Costco ranks second for affordability in six states for cat insurance and maintains competitive rankings across multiple states for dogs.

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Maryland2.1413
New Jersey2.4611
Georgia2.928
Maine3.119
Tennessee3.347
Kentucky3.547
Iowa3.86
Indiana3.826
Illinois3.985
Mississippi4.016
Alabama4.15
California4.116
Washington4.115
Texas4.135
New York4.135
Florida4.175
Hawaii4.225
Oklahoma4.225
Minnesota4.265
Pennsylvania4.275
Ohio4.295
Montana4.35
Virginia4.35
North Carolina4.35
North Dakota4.314
Delaware4.414
Michigan4.445
South Dakota4.445
Louisiana4.474
Rhode Island4.494
South Carolina4.494
Idaho4.55
Oregon4.515
Nevada4.524
Missouri4.535
Massachusetts4.535
Kansas4.545
Alaska4.553
Connecticut4.563
Utah4.585
Colorado4.585
Wisconsin4.592
Arizona4.613
Arkansas4.652
Vermont4.672
New Mexico4.692
New Hampshire4.73
West Virginia4.753
Wyoming4.822
Nebraska4.852

Costco Pet Insurance Comparison

See how Costco pet insurance fares against national competitors below.

Costco vs. AKC
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 4.30
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 3.85
AKC offers stronger coverage and higher overall scores, while Costco costs less for cats.
Costco vs. ASPCA
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 3.85
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 3.35
ASPCA costs less for dogs, but Costco offers better cat affordability and stronger coverage overall.
Costco vs. Embrace
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 2.55
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 2.30
Costco outperforms Embrace in every category, especially in affordability and coverage.
Costco vs. Fetch
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 2.70
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 2.95
Fetch has slightly better coverage, but Costco has stronger affordability and better overall scores.
Costco vs. Hartville
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 3.50
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 3.90
Hartville has lower cat premiums, but Costco provides stronger overall coverage for both pets.
Costco vs. Lemonade
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 4.50
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 4.25
Lemonade has higher overall scores, though Costco costs less for cats.
Costco vs. Liberty Mutual
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 2.65
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 2.30
Costco outperforms Liberty Mutual in affordability, coverage and customer service.
Costco vs. MetLife
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 3.05
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 2.40
Costco has better coverage and customer experience, while MetLife falls short in nearly every category.
Costco vs. Nationwide
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 2.50
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 2.65
Costco delivers stronger scores across the board in affordability and coverage.
Costco vs. Pets Best
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 4.05
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 3.80
Pets Best leads in dog affordability and coverage, while Costco costs less for cats.
Costco vs. Pumpkin
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 3.70
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 4.15
Pumpkin has higher scores overall, though Costco offers stronger coverage.
Costco vs. Rainwalk
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 4.05
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 3.95
Rainwalk excels in customer service, while Costco has better affordability and balanced coverage.
Costco vs. Spot
• Dogs: 3.60 vs. 3.75
• Cats: 3.80 vs. 4.15
Spot has stronger customer service, while Costco's coverage keeps it competitive.

How Much Does Costco Pet Insurance Cost?

Costco's pet insurance costs an average of $52 monthly ($624 annually) for dogs and $25 monthly ($297 annually) for cats. Your premium depends on your location and pet breed.

Cat$25$32$297$37922%
Dog$52$60$624$72314%

Costco Pet Insurance Rates by State

Costco's rates vary by state due to differences in veterinary costs and claim patterns. For the cheapest pet insurance options, cat coverage starts at $15 monthly in Arkansas but reaches $41 in Maryland. Dog premiums range from $33 in Arkansas to $74 in Maine.

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Arkansas$15$177
Missouri$18$217
North Dakota$18$218
West Virginia$19$224
Nebraska$19$226
Alabama$19$225
Louisiana$19$224
New Mexico$19$233
Wyoming$20$235
Rhode Island$20$241
Montana$20$242
Vermont$20$246
Oklahoma$20$244
Kansas$21$246
South Dakota$21$250
North Carolina$22$262
Utah$22$261
South Carolina$22$263
Mississippi$22$263
Alaska$22$264
Idaho$22$272
Ohio$23$271
Kentucky$23$274
Michigan$23$278
Nevada$23$278
Iowa$23$279
Delaware$23$282
Wisconsin$24$289
Indiana$24$291
Hawaii$25$303
New Hampshire$25$304
Minnesota$25$302
Pennsylvania$26$310
Connecticut$26$309
Texas$26$313
Tennessee$26$314
Virginia$27$319
Arizona$27$323
New York$27$325
Florida$28$333
Colorado$28$342
Washington$29$346
Oregon$29$346
Georgia$29$348
Massachusetts$29$353
Illinois$31$366
California$32$386
New Jersey$38$457
Maine$39$471
Maryland$41$486

Costco Pet Insurance Rates by Breed

Costco prices pet insurance by breed. Cat premiums run $21 per month for British Longhairs and $30 for Abyssinians. Dog premiums span $22 per month for small mixed breeds under 20 pounds to $99 for Bernese Mountain Dogs, based on each breed's health history and veterinary costs.

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British Longhair$21$256
Domestic Shorthair$21$260
Small Mix (Under 20 pounds)$22$258
Ragdoll$22$262
Bombay$22$268
Siamese$23$272
Russian Blue$24$288
Norwegian Forest cat$25$296
Serengeti$25$296
Small Mix (11-25)$25$296
Small Mix (10 and less pounds)$25$302
Birman$25$303
Chinchilla$25$304
Tonkinese$25$303
Munchkin$25$305
Scottish Fold$25$303
Small Mix (0-20)$25$302
Burmese$26$309
Himalayan$26$310
Small Mix (1-10 pounds)$26$310
Mixed breed Small (up to 20lbs when full grown)$26$308
Bengal$26$313
Snowshoe$26$314
Australian Mist$26$316
Persian$26$315
Devon Rex$26$315
Siberian$26$317
Mixed Breed Small (>10 lbs)$27$317
Savannah$27$326
Chihuahua$27$325
Balinese$27$328
Mixed Breed Small (11-30 lbs)$27$333
Cornish Rex$28$333
British Shorthair$28$333
Maltipoo$28$343
Maine Coon$29$347
Small Mix (11-30)$29$351
Sphynx$29$352
Small Mix (25 and less pounds)$30$355
Exotic Shorthair$30$363
Shih Tzu$30$367
Abyssinian$30$364
Small Mix (22 pounds or less)$31$371
Morkie$31$373
Toy Mix (10 and less pounds)$32$382
Cockapoo$32$383
Jack Russell Terrier$32$386
Mixed Breed Medium (31-50 lbs)$32$381
Cavapoo$33$396
Yorkshire terrier$33$394
Havanese$33$395
Miniature Poodle$33$396
Medium Mix (20-55 pounds)$34$409
Puggle$34$405
Shiba Inu$34$412
Toy Poodle$34$409
Cavachon$34$411
Schnoodle$34$412
Maltese$34$416
Medium Mix (31-59 pounds)$35$422
Medium Mix (26-50 pounds)$35$428
Medium Mix (20-70 pounds)$36$429
Medium Mix (31-50 pounds)$36$430
Australian Shepherd$36$429
Papillon$36$432
Lhasa Apso$36$432
Dachshund$36$431
Groodle$36$435
Japanese Chin$36$437
Coton De Tulear$36$437
American Eskimo$37$441
Miniature Pinscher$37$439
Japanese Spitz$37$441
American Hairless Terrier$37$443
Border Collie$37$450
Miniature Dachshund$38$449
Mixed Dog (21-50 pounds)$38$454
Pomeranian$38$453
Basenji$38$452
Australian Silky Terrier$38$456
Shetland Sheepdog$38$456
Dingo$38$460
English Toy Terrier$38$458
Pekingese$39$462
Australian Terrier$39$465
Large Mix (51-110 pounds)$39$469
Border Terrier$39$468
Miniature Schnauzer$39$468
West Highland White Terrier$39$468
Labradoodle$39$470
Bichon Frise$39$472
Goldendoodle$39$475
Brussels Griffon$40$477
Norwich Terrier$40$479
Norfolk Terrier$40$482
English Foxhound$40$485
Fox Terrier$41$487
Peruvian Hairless Dog$41$488
Cairn Terrier$41$490
Australian Cattle Dog$41$494
Husky$41$495
Welsh Springer Spaniel$41$498
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens$41$500
Finnish Lapphund$41$499
Whippet$42$500
Miniature Fox Terrier$42$501
Icelandic Sheepdog$42$505
Norwegian Elkhound$42$506
Large Mix (Over 70 pounds)$42$510
Giant Mix (111 pounds+)$42$509
Large Mix (51-100 pounds)$42$512
Large Mix (61+ pounds)$43$512
Boston Terrier$43$510
Siberian Husky$43$514
Bearded Collie$43$512
Medium Mix (23-70 pounds)$43$514
Mixed Breed Large (51-90 lbs)$43$512
German Pinscher$43$514
German Spitz$43$517
Italian Greyhound$43$517
Australian Kelpie$43$518
Large Mix (55-90 pounds)$43$523
Wire Fox Terrier$44$525
American Foxhound$44$526
Welsh Terrier$44$528
Field Spaniel$44$531
Irish Terrier$44$530
Keeshond$44$535
Foxhound$44$534
Welsh Corgi Cardigan$44$536
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier$45$535
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel$45$540
Standard Schnauzer$45$546
Mixed Breed$46$551
Pembroke Welsh Corgi$46$548
Welsh Corgi Pembroke$46$548
Mixed Dog (51-90 pounds)$46$545
Collie$46$553
Beagle$46$555
Giant Mix (110 pounds+)$46$557
Large Mix (60-109 pounds)$46$557
Medium Mix (26-59 pounds)$46$557
Small Mix (0-25)$46$557
Pointer$46$556
English Springer Spaniel$46$558
Pug$47$559
Bracco Italiano$47$562
Affenpinscher$47$561
Scottish Terrier$47$563
Smooth Collie$47$563
Harrier$47$563
German Shorthaired Pointer$47$564
Samoyed$47$571
Tibetan Terrier$48$572
Mixed Dog (91 pounds+)$48$574
English Setter$48$575
Alaskan Husky$48$576
Cocker spaniel$48$579
Standard Poodle$49$585
Basset Fauve de Bretagne$49$585
Rough Collie$49$587
Belgian Shepherd Malinois$49$593
Vizsla$49$593
Giant Mix (100 pounds+)$49$590
English Pointer$50$601
Portuguese Water Dog$50$603
Staffordshire Bull Terrier$50$605
Saluki$50$607
Italian Spinone$51$610
Corgi$51$613
Puli$52$621
Labrador Retriever$52$624
Briard$52$622
Irish Setter$52$625
Chow Chow$52$623
Alaskan Malamute$52$627
German Shepherd$52$626
Afghan Hound$53$632
Golden Retriever$53$643
Airedale Terrier$54$649
Akita$54$649
Old English Sheepdog$54$656
Hungarian Vizsla$55$664
Alsation$56$667
Miniature Bull Terrier$57$689
Dalmatian$57$692
Clumber Spaniel$57$691
Great Pyrenees$58$694
Bull Terrier$58$693
Rhodesian Ridgeback$58$696
Pitbull$58$697
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen$58$700
Basset Hound$58$698
Komondor$58$703
Greyhound$59$710
Alsatian$60$720
American Staffordshire Terrier$60$721
Gordon Setter$60$719
Borzoi$60$725
Weimaraner$60$727

Is Costco Pet Insurance Expensive?

Costco ranks fifth in affordability for cats and eighth for dogs in our study, making it moderately priced rather than the cheapest available. The filterable table shows how costs change based on your pet's age and your chosen deductible, annual limit and reimbursement rate:

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Middle Aged
$100
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$89$1,0560%

Costco Pet Insurance Discounts

Costco provides four pet insurance discounts that lower your premium costs. The company offers exclusive member discounts, savings for military members, association members and club memberships. You can also save with a multi-pet discount when covering several animals under one policy.

Multi‑pet discount
5%
Applies when insuring two or more pets under active policies. This discount encourages bundled coverage for households with multiple animals.
Military/Association discount
5% to 10%
Available in select states for active-duty military personnel, veterans or members of eligible associations or clubs. Eligibility and availability may vary.
Costco member discount
Up to 15%
Available to Costco members who enroll through the Costco pet insurance program. Discount may vary by state and membership level. Executive members may receive additional perks, such as waived enrollment fees.

Costco Pet Insurance Customer Service Reviews and Ratings

Costco ranks seventh nationally for customer service. The company holds a moderate rating from the Better Business Bureau and receives moderate feedback on Trustpilot. Reddit users report mixed experiences with Costco's support team. Some customers praise responsive service representatives, while others report claim approval delays and slow response times.

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    Costco Trustpilot Reviews

    Costco earns a 3.7 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot from verified customers. Most policyholders report positive experiences with Costco's coverage, though some reviews mention concerns about pricing and claim processing times. Trustpilot collects verified reviews to give consumers honest feedback about companies.

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    Costco Better Business Bureau Rating

    Costco holds a B rating from the Better Business Bureau. The B grade means the company meets BBB standards for trust and customer complaint resolution, though there's room for improvement compared to A+ rated competitors. BBB ratings help consumers evaluate how well companies handle customer issues and follow ethical business practices.

Costco Pet Insurance Reddit Sentiment

We reviewed 12 Reddit comments about Costco. Users left two positive and 10 negative reviews (just 17% positive feedback). Happy customers appreciated quick customer service responses and clear policy language. Most complaints focused on denied claims and coverage gaps. This limited sample reveals concerning patterns with Costco's claims process.

Costco Pet Insurance Coverage

Costco offers pet insurance coverage for dogs and cats. You can customize policies through multiple coverage levels and optional add-ons to match your budget and your pet's health needs.

Included coverage (accident & illness)
Covers expenses like surgery, hospital stays, diagnostics (X-rays, bloodwork, etc.), prescription medications, emergency treatments, specialist consultations, medical supplies, dental injuries/illnesses (if dental check requirements are met), congenital/hereditary conditions (if not pre-existing), cancer care, advanced treatment options and more.
Bilateral conditions
If a condition appears on one side of the body before the policy starts or during the waiting period, the same condition on the opposite side may be considered preexisting and excluded.
Breed & age limitations
No breed exclusions or maximum age restrictions apply for new enrollments.
1 day for accidents, 14 days for illnesses and 6 months for orthopedic conditions in dogs (may be waived if an orthopedic exam is completed and submitted within the first 30 days).
Age requirements for enrollment
Pets must be at least 8 weeks old to enroll. While there’s no standard upper age limit, plan options and benefits may vary for senior animals.
Pre-existing conditions
Conditions that occurred before the policy start date are excluded. Some curable conditions may be eligible for coverage again after 12 symptom-free months.
70%, 80%, 90%, 100%
$100, $250, $500, $750
$5,000, $10,000, Unlimited 

*Coverage varies by state and policy terms. Always review your specific policy documents and consult your insurance provider to understand exact coverage terms, exclusions, limitations and waiting periods before enrollment.

Costco Pet Insurance Coverage Add-Ons

Costco provides wellness add-ons that cover routine preventive care services. You can get reimbursed for vaccinations, dental cleanings and wellness exams through these optional plans. Coverage begins immediately with no deductibles or waiting periods after you enroll.

Wellness and Preventative Coverage
Reimbursement for routine preventive care such as wellness exams, vaccines, spay/neuter, dental cleanings, microchipping and deworming
Veterinary Exam Fees for Accident and Illness Visits
Reimburses vet exam fees charged at accident or illness visits; helpful where exam fees are billed separately from diagnostics or treatment
Extra Care Pack
Provides miscellaneous benefits such as advertising and reward for lost pet, boarding fee reimbursement, vacation cancellation reimbursement when treatment is required, final respects (cremation/burial) benefit and more
Alternative Care, Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy Riders
Optional riders may cover behavioral consultations, alternative therapies, rehabilitation or physical therapy when shown on the declarations page

Is Costco Pet Insurance Good: Bottom Line

Costco charges $52 monthly for dog coverage and $25 for cats. The company ranks seventh nationally for customer experience and maintains moderate Trustpilot and BBB ratings. You can select from accident-only or comprehensive accident and illness plans, with optional wellness add-ons for routine care coverage.

Browse through our review guides for the top pet insurance companies for your pet:

Costco Pet Insurance Review: FAQ

We answer common questions about Costco pet insurance:

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Is Costco pet insurance available in my state?

How We Rated Costco Pet Insurance

MoneyGeek scored Costco pet insurance across three categories to show how it stacks up for real pet owners.

Affordability (50% of score): Premium quotes for multiple breeds, ages and plan options, including available discounts, to reflect what you'd actually pay.

Customer Experience (30% of score): User feedback from Trustpilot and Reddit on Costco's claims handling and service responsiveness.

Coverage Options (20% of score): Policy benefits, available add-ons and how well each plan covers common pet owner needs.

All pricing uses quotes for a 6-year-old Labrador Retriever and 7-year-old Ragdoll with a $500 deductible, $5,000 annual limit and 80% reimbursement rate.

About Connor Bolton


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Connor Bolton is Senior SEO and Content Manager at MoneyGeek, where he leads the business and pet insurance editorial teams. As editorial lead for both verticals, Connor sets the research framework, data standards, and content structure that his writers execute, directly authoring in-depth guides himself and reviewing all team content for accuracy and practical value before it goes live. With over four years evaluating insurance products across personal, commercial, and specialty lines, he brings cross-vertical knowledge to every guide the team produces.

Connor architected MoneyGeek's insurance research infrastructure across all major verticals including auto, home, renters, life, health, business, and pet, building systems for pricing analysis, provider-level research, customer experience evaluation, and coverage analysis with AI support. The infrastructure includes over 6 million data points for business insurance across 408 industry areas, all 50 states, and 16 vehicle types, and over 5 million pet insurance profiles across 18 major providers and hundreds of breed and age combinations. Connor's insurance cost research and his team's work has been cited by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Allstate, Liberty Mutual, CBS News, Forbes and LegalZoom.

Beyond the data, Connor stays connected to how the market actually operates, drawing on direct conversations with underwriters and carrier liaisons at Ethos, The Hartford, NEXT Insurance, Nationwide, and State Farm, and monitoring business and pet owner communities including Reddit, to inform how he interprets findings and frames guidance for real buyers.

He is the direct editorial contact for methodology questions at connor@moneygeek.com and can be found on LinkedIn.


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