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SOURCES: 2010 Medical Reference from Medstar Television. Manuel Sanchez, DVM, Brazoria County Veterinary Medical Center, Angleton, Texas.

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Dorothy Hernandez looks at two-year-old Jackson as a member of her family.

Dorothy Hernandez:

Kiss. Good boy.

Dorothy Hernandez:

Yes, he's my child. Mm hmm. He runs the show.

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That's why it was so important to get pet health insurance for him.

Dorothy Hernandez:

The dog I had prior to this was a Siberian husky, Champ. And I always carried health insurance with him. And I found it to be a good thing.

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Just like with humans, pet health insurance has different levels of care at different price points.

Manuel Sanchez, D.V.M.:

Pet health insurance will also at times cover general wellness. There will be a co-pay, if you will, for vaccinations, for heartworm preventative, for flea control.

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Some pre-existing conditions might not be covered. Certain breeds may require more coverage.

Manuel Sanchez, D.V.M.:

There's a saying that Boxers are walking, talking tumor waiting to happen. And so again, because that breed is predisposed, then an insurance company may require a higher level of coverage.

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Removing the financial aspect when it comes to making the tough decision on costly care is the biggest benefit.

Manuel Sanchez, D.V.M.:

The most difficult part of my job is really being able to provide the level of care but a pet owner not being able to afford that level of care.

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A challenge Dorothy is prepared for should Jackson ever need treatment beyond routine care.

Dorothy Hernandez:

To me, they're not a whole lot different than a human person, a child or whatever. So, it's important for me to, for him to be in the best health.

Dorothy Hernandez:

Come on Jackson. Let's go this way.

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In the best health, to live a long life as a great best friend. For WebMD, I'm Damon Meharg.

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