Furkin Blog Author

Murray Pendergrass

Murray Pendergrass received both a B.S. and an M.S. in Mathematics from Western Washington University with cum laude honors and distinction from the department. After college Murray explored the actuarial industry, working in consulting for life insurance. In March, 2021 Murray left to join Trupanion, seeking new challenges in the emerging pet insurance industry.

Woman holding chihuahua checking on the waiting period for pet insurance

What is a Waiting Period for Pet Insurance?

Pet insurance can help provide financial peace of mind if your furry family member has an unexpected injury or illness. When you don’t have pet health insurance, you risk getting stuck with expensive vet bills after an emergency. But it’s important to know that if you buy a pet insurance policy today, there are waiting periods. A pet insurance waiting period is the time you must wait before some or all of your coverage comes into effect.