The Wrangler

Is your pet a Wrangler?

The Wrangler is afraid of nothing, and will bow for no one. Snakes, rats, toads, spiders, puffer fish – the Wrangler will take on anyone in the animal kingdom without thinking twice.

They are inquisitive and determined, and they are pretty chuffed with themselves when they manage to successfully take on a foe. Feline wranglers often bring back victory gifts or ‘trophies’ for their owners (which are rarely appreciated).

Wranglers could be prone to snake bites, poisoning or wounds/lacerations.

Meet Wrangler Erik, the four-year-old domestic shorthair cat, who was caught playing with an eastern brown snake on the back patio of his family home. After noticing lameness in his legs, his pet parents rushed him to the vet where he was treated for a suspected snake bite and stayed overnight in the emergency animal hospital.

The vet bill came in at $2,136 but Erik’s mum claimed on the spot at the clinic with her GapOnly® ready policy, paying the balance of just $427 (the gap between the vet bill and what the insurance policy covered).

Along with snakes, Erik often brings home lizards, moths and mice into the backyard and home as souvenirs from his wrangling adventures. In the past 12 months, Erik has caught three snakes, so his pet parents now have the local snake catchers on speed dial!

“Our first trip to the vet with Erik set us back around $3,000 so we signed up for a pet insurance policy and were thrilled when we only had to pay the gap for Erik’s second vet visit.

“Being able to claim with GapOnly® was a huge relief as it made the upfront treatment cost much more affordable . It was easy and efficient, and the vet managed the whole process for us while we were still at the clinic. Having access to GapOnly really was a lifesaver.” GapOnly® customer, Sherry Allan

According to PetSure data, the average amount submitted in 2022 for snake bites for felines was $2,482 with an average benefit of $1,785 paid per case.

Need to insure your Wrangler? Make sure it’s a GapOnly® ready policy.

Testimonials and customer experience may vary depending on individual circumstances. Pet insurance covers a portion of eligible vet bills. Claims vary based on circumstances and cover.