Pet insurance for your Rhodesian Ridgeback.
Comprehensive Lifetime Rhodesian Ridgeback insurance up to £15,000
Unlimited free video vet calls
Dental included as standard
Protect your pet with Waggel.
Are you worried about covering big vet bills for your Rhodesian Ridgeback? Many dog owners dread those unexpected costs and wonder if pet insurance will truly help.
Add in the complexities of choosing the right insurance plans, and it can feel overwhelming. You’ve already invested so much love (and maybe a few socks) into your Ridgeback puppy, so you want the best pet care without breaking the bank.
That’s where we come in. At Waggel, we specialise in Lifetime cover that supports your Rhodesian Ridgeback from puppyhood through their golden years.
Why a Rhodesian Ridgeback needs special coverage.
Often called the African Lion Hound, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is a dog breed with high energy, a distinctive ridge of hair along the spine, and a heart full of love.
These independent hounds can be prone to common health issues like hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and dermoid sinus.
While every Ridgeback healthy check-up helps, certain health issues can still creep up. Vet bills for operations linked to these health conditions quickly add up, leaving many Ridgeback owners looking for a robust pet insurance policy.
Common health issues and average costs.
Like many Ridgebacks, your Rhodesian Ridgeback might be prone to certain health risks. Below is a quick look at some breed-specific conditions many owners face in the UK, including rough cost estimates.
These figures can vary depending on your veterinarian and exact location, but they’re useful for planning.
Considering that the average monthly cost to insure a Rhodesian Ridgeback in the UK is £34.00 (as of March 2025), insurance for your Rhodesian Ridgeback can be a real lifesaver.
If you compare that with the thousands you might pay for surgeries, you can see how a policy protects your wallet while ensuring your Rhodesian Ridgeback’s comfort.
Looking after pre-existing conditions
Waggel’s Lifetime cover doesn’t include cover for pre-existing problems. If your pup already has a treated condition before you start your policy, that condition generally falls under an exclusion.
We do understand that this can feel limiting, especially if you’ve rescued an experienced dog or have a newly adopted Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy.
For more on issues which pre-exist, you can visit our pre-existing conditions article.
Different types of insurance policies.
Here’s a quick overview to help you decide which style of cover suits you and your pet best:
Rhodesian Ridgeback insurance that lasts a lifetime.
Flexible limits and Excess
Adjustable Annual Limit and Excess to suit your coverage and budgetary needs. It's just one of our many unique features and helps you to take control of your pet's policy.
Complete coverage
We'll cover your vet fees up to the limits selected. This includes consultation fees, diagnostics, procedures, surgery and medication.
Dental included
We cover treatment costs associated with dental-related accidents and illnesses up to £1,000.
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Your Rhodesian Ridgeback deserves the best care, especially when hip dysplasia or another accident or illness surprises you. Waggel offers a versatile lifetime cover, so you can relax knowing you have a robust safety net.
We even created our Membership Platform with free 24/7 online vet consultations and behaviourist sessions to keep your Rhodesian Ridgeback feeling its best.
If you’re ready to try Waggel, we would love to have you on board. Get a quote for your Rhodesian Ridgeback from our homepage or head straight to our quote page and discover how simple it is to insure your Rhodesian Ridgeback.