Dog insurance, compared by breed

What will insuring your dog actually cost?

Breed, age and ZIP. Modeled estimates from 8 insurers, and which plans cover what your breed actually claims for.

Model updated Sep 2026 · No phone calls · Independent

Example: 2-year-old French Bulldog, national average, 80% / $250

Insurers for a French Bulldog

All 8 insurers shown cover hereditary and congenital conditions.

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  1. Odie

    14-day illness wait · Limits $5,000 to $40,000 · Exam fees extra · Deductibles $50 to $1,000

    $60/mo est.Lowest est.Get quote
  2. Lemonade

    14-day illness wait · Limits $5,000 to $100,000 · Exam fees included · Deductibles $100 / $250 / $500

    $63/mo est.Get quote
  3. Pets Best

    14-day illness wait · Limits $5,000 to unlimited · Exam fees included · Deductibles $50 to $1,000

    $65/mo est.Get quote
  4. Embrace

    14-day illness wait · Limits $5,000 to unlimited · Exam fees included · Deductibles $100 to $1,000

    $68/mo est.Get quote
  5. Spot

    14-day illness wait · Limits $2,500 to unlimited · Exam fees included · Deductibles $100 to $1,000

    $69/mo est.Get quote
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  1. Fetch

    15-day illness wait · Limits $5,000 to $15,000 · Exam fees included · Deductibles $300 / $500 / $700

    $71/mo est.Get quote
  2. Healthy Paws

    15-day illness wait · Limits Unlimited · Exam fees extra · Deductibles $100 to $1,000

    $75/mo est.Get quote
  3. Trupanion

    30-day illness wait · Limits Unlimited · Exam fees extra · Deductibles $0 to $1,000 per condition

    $85/mo est.Get quote

What French Bulldogs claim for

Typical treatment cost per episode, in USD. Check that a policy covers hereditary conditions and has an annual limit above these costs.
  • Brachycephalic airway syndromevery commonBreathing obstruction in flat-faced breeds; surgery to widen nostrils and shorten the soft palate.
    $1,500–$5,000
  • Allergic skin diseasevery commonChronic itching and infections managed with medication, diet and periodic vet visits.
    $300–$1,500
  • Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)commonSpinal disc herniation, common in long-backed breeds; may require emergency neurosurgery.
    $3,000–$10,000
  • Patellar luxationcommonDislocating kneecap, common in small breeds; surgical correction in moderate to severe cases.
    $1,500–$4,000
  • Eye conditions (cataracts, PRA, cherry eye)commonHereditary eye problems; cataract surgery is the expensive end.
    $500–$4,000

What a French Bulldog costs to insure by age

Insured as a puppy, a French Bulldog costs about 44% less per month than one enrolled at 8 (modeled). Conditions diagnosed before enrollment are excluded as pre-existing.

Low, typical and high estimates by age
Estimated monthly premiums by age for a French Bulldog, 80% reimbursement, $250 deductible
AgeLowTypicalHigh
Puppy (under 1)$48/mo est.$61/mo est.$80/mo est.
2 years$53/mo est.$68/mo est.$88/mo est.
5 years$64/mo est.$82/mo est.$106/mo est.
8 years$85/mo est.$109/mo est.$141/mo est.
11 years$117/mo est.$150/mo est.$194/mo est.

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