Most dogs are prone to disease and illness as they age, more so than cats. Some specific pure breeds, such as Labrador Retriever and Greyhounds, are more prone to disease than others. Usually, by the time pet parents look to insure their pet, it is often too late, as the pet had already fell ill or sustained an injury, and most plans do not cover pre-existing conditions.
To avoid receiving sticker shock or making painful decisions at the vet, we recommend getting your dog insured for at least a Bronze level, but preferably a Silver level plan no later than by the time it turns 3 years old.