Pumpkin awarded $11,000 in donations to veterinary clinics for cost-of-care education

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pumpkin Pet Insurance is rewarding 11 veterinary clinics with $1,000 to support angel funds that help pets access care their families otherwise can't afford.

These awarded donations are part of Pumpkin's ongoing effort to help veterinary clinics educate families about the cost-of-care.

Making care decisions with confidence

Clear, early conversations about expected costs, coverage basics, and payment options can build trust and allow pet parents to make confident care decisions. When the subject of cost is part of routine vet visits, pet parents are more likely to be proactive about budgeting, pet insurance, and next steps. In a recent AVMA survey, 81% of veterinarians reported that clients are more sensitive to costs than just a few years ago, leading to fewer visits and more clients who decline recommended care.¹

"No one should have to choose between the pet they love and the care that can help them," said Bob Betz, SVP of Vet Sales at Pumpkin. "These clinics lean into honest, compassionate talks about cost, so families know what to expect and how a Pumpkin plan can help them afford it."

Where the donations are going

The following clinics were awarded donations through Pumpkin's cost-of-care education challenge:

• Exotic & Small Animal Hospital of PA (PA) – donating to Peaceable Kingdom
• Brilliant Veterinary Care (NY) – donating to Frankie's Feline Fund and Big Apple Cat Rescue
• Schwenksville Veterinary Hospital (PA) – donating to ALITE Fund
• Massapequa Pet Vet (NY) – donating to Long Island Wildlife And Animal Rescue
• Carpenter Animal Hospital & Pet Inn (NC) – donating to Paisley Paws
• Glen Oaks Veterinary Care (NY)
• Kings Row Pet Hospital (NV)
• Little Neck Veterinary Care (NY)
• Moriches Hospital For Animals (NY)
• Town & Country Animal Clinic (MD)
• Noah's Ark Veterinary Practice (NY)

"We're proud and excited to make these donations, so pets can get care when families can't afford it and parents can say yes in the moments that matter," said Betz.

"Cost is part of care. When we explain the impact early, in plain words and with options, families feel ready to move forward," said Kym Penland, Practice Manager at Carpenter Animal Hospital & Pet Inn. "This win is bigger than $1,000, but we're thrilled to bolster our partner's angel fund and take care of pets in need."

See tools, programs like this, and learn more about how Pumpkin partners with vets.

1. Nolen, R. Scott. "Veterinarians report increasing price sensitivity, decreasing visits." American Veterinary Medical Association News, Feb. 2026.
2. Pumpkin was the #1 rated pet insurance on Google among brands with 2,500+ reviews as of March 2026.
3. Based on responses from 447 veterinary staff members who participated in the "Pumpkin 2025 Survey: Vet Partners Feedback" between 12/3/25-12/15/25.

About Pumpkin

Pumpkin Insurance Services Inc. ("Pumpkin") is the #1-rated pet insurance brand on Google² and one of the fastest-growing pet health companies in the US. Trusted by nine out of ten surveyed veterinarians³, Pumpkin has insured over 230,000 pets and counting, and paid more than $176 million in claims since launching in 2020. Pumpkin also offers PumpkinNow, the only urgent pay service that can pay pet parents for eligible claims before they pay vet bills — making it one of the fastest claims experiences in pet insurance. Pumpkin covers up to 90% of eligible care at any licensed veterinary clinic in the US and Canada. Beyond accidents and illnesses, Pumpkin Wellness Club provides preventive care plans that help pay for everything from routine vet visits to grooming. For more information, visit pumpkin.care.

For terms and conditions, visit: https://www.pumpkin.care/sample-plan/. Products are underwritten by either Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581), or United States Fire Insurance Company (NAIC #21113), and produced by Pumpkin Insurance Services Inc. ("Pumpkin") (NPN #19084749; CA License #6001617). Premiums are based on and may increase or decrease due to the age of your pet, the species or breed of your pet, and your home address.

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