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- Pet insurance covers unexpected accidents and illnesses, like broken bones and infections.
- Pet wellness plans may cover spaying and neutering costs.
- Wellness plans can be cheap, but do not cover unexpected medical costs.
Pet insurance plans generally cover unexpected accidents and illnesses, like broken bones and infections. But spaying and neutering surgeries are planned procedures, meaning you could be on the hook for the entire cost, even if you have pet insurance.