Animal Friends Insurance Reviews 

55,242
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 10,258 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently and warmly praise the exceptionally fast and straightforward claims process, noting that veterinary payments are handled promptly and without unnecessary complications. People also deeply appreciate the extremely helpful customer support team and constant communication provided during stressful pet health emergencies. Some reviewers were not happy with the overall service, mentioning that certain claims were declined or subject to unexpected delays. A few consumers also felt frustrated when policies regarding pre-existing conditions, long waiting times on phone calls, or multiple fees were applied during difficult moments.

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Service

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Payment

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Animal Friends have been brilliant. They went out of their way to allow me to do a continuation of cover for our dog Milo when my mother-in-law his previous owner passed away. Milo has sadly had lot... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unfortunately I've had to make a claim recently for my cat Ronnie after he was attacked and quite badly injured. Animal Friends have been amazing, keeping me up to date with the ongoing claim and pa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have had to claim 3 times for various pets over the years, each time thwyve reacted quickly, informed me as soon as vets had submitted the claim and paid all reasonable amounts. They do list some cl... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely brilliant, wouldn’t insure my dogs with anyone else. 24/7 help, so reassuring to be able to reach out when your pet is poorly which normally happens at a weekend when your own vet isn’t ope... See more

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Company details

  1. Insurance Agency
  2. Pet Insurance Company

About Animal Friends Insurance

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Animal Friends, providing trusted insurance to protect the nation’s pets.


  • Multi-award winning pet insurance

  • FREE 24/7 vet video consultations for dogs and cats

  • Fuss-free claims

  • Over 1 million pets insured with us

  • Founded to support animal charities  

Animal Friends was founded in 1998 with the sole aim of creating a better life for every animal. We provide pet insurance that also give back to animal welfare charities and conservancies. Since then, we have donated more than £9 million to over 830 charities, with each policy bought helping us to continue improving the lives of pet and wildlife around the world. We’re proud to be wildly different.

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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

55K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and efficient

Fast and efficient. Monies paid back swiftly

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Liz,

Thank you for your positive review.

It is great to see that we were able to assess and finalise your claim quickly.

If we can be of any further assistance, please do let us know and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As usual a speedy and very satisfying…

As usual a speedy and very satisfying service. Thank you

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Jean,

Thank you for your positive review.

Please do let us know if we can be of any further assistance, and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, staff are so friendly ,welcoming and very professional.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Mrs Nixon,

Thank you for your positive review.

It is so lovely to see that you have received great service from the team when you have needed to contact us.

Please do let us know if we can be of any further assistance, and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service claims paid quickly…

Excellent service claims paid quickly I can't fault them.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Christine,

Thank you for your review.

It is fantastic to see that your experience has been a positive one!

Please do let us know if we can be of any further assistance, and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Regular insurance claims paid quickly

Regular insurance claims paid quickly. Great that we can do this through our vet.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your positive review.

It is brilliant to see that we can deal with your vets directly.

If we can be of any further assistance, please do let us know and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Company have paid claims with out…

The Company have paid claims with out any hassle or problems, very good service

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon,

Thank you for your positive review.

I am pleased to see that your claims have been assessed promptly.

Please do let us know if we can be of any further assistance, and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Susan,

Thank you for your positive review.

Please do let us know if we can be of any further assistance, and we will be happy to help you.

Kind regards,
Sophie – Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service.

Fantastic service.. paid my claim straight away .. thank you so much .. took away the worry about my puppy Frank .. once again .. thank you

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Nicola,

We are so pleased to hear that we have been able to help you and Frank, thank you for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly support

Always had a speedy settlement of claims and friendly support over the years.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Janet,

Many thanks for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was there when I needed you

Was there when I needed you

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Jane,

Many thanks for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A wonderful and helpful company


A wonderful and helpful company

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Mrs Grove,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate this.

Best wishes,
Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hassle free

Just like to say the claim process was hassle free, initiated by the vet & claim was paid out in a few days without any issues

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Michael,

We are so pleased to hear this, thank you for your review.

Best wishes,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service
Very prompt payment
Thank you for all your help..
Kind regards
Ken

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Ken,

We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with the service provided, thank you for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good service

Very good service. I would. recommend them

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Mr Bloomfield,

We are so pleased to hear this, thank you for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent company never had a problem…

Excellent company never had a problem with them once they had verified the breed of dog i have. The vets get paid directly off them for any treatments and i get a notification this as been done.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon Mr Nelson,

Many thanks for your review, we really appreciate this.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and helpful

Friendly and helpful. Very easy to sort out insurance claim.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Hi Cornelia,

We are so pleased to hear this, thank you for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service

Always quick to reimburse or contact. Only thing I would say is it often takes a while to have a phone call answered but there is always email or live chat.

20 August 2026
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Reply from Animal Friends Insurance

Good Afternoon,

We are so pleased to hear that we have been able to help.

Thank you for your review.

Take care,

Becky - Animal Friends Insurance

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