Australia’s trusted 24/7
Pet Health Hotline

  • Call or chat with a registered vet nurse 24/7
  • Get health, behavioural, training and nutrition advice for dogs and cats
  • Free to all Knose members

Round-the-clock support for over 68,000 Aussie pets since 2019

Rated 4.7 on ProductReview and
4.6 on Google Reviews as of July 2025

The answers you need, on-call 24/7

Add extra peace of mind with a Knose hotline subscription – a separate, optional add-on that complements your pet’s insurance.

Pet Health Hotline Benefits

  • 24/7 Access
    That 3AM worry? Solved. Get immediate access to a professional who can guide you when your regular vet can’t.
  • Stops the guesswork
    Get clarity, not chaos during a pet emergency. Call the Pet Health Hotline and know for sure.
  • Personalised, actionable advice
    Don’t get diagnose on your own. Get personalised pet help from a registered vet nurse instead.
  • No hidden fees, no lock-in contracts
    For less than the cost of a single emergency consult, you get unlimited calls.

See the difference a call makes

Make safer decisions sooner while keeping costs predictable with unlimited guidance from a team of registered vet nurses.

✓ With Knose

❌ Without

Immediate triage call
Save the trip and the fee

ER rush & anxiety
Costly emergency consults

Guided home assessment
Know hen to rest vs rush

Unnecessary test
$300+ vet visit & scans

Quick symptom check
Clarity from a real professional

Searching symptoms online
Hours of worry

Expert behavioural insight
Catch problems early

Dismiss or miss a sign
Delayed diagnosis

vet nurse on phone calling

How our Pet Health Hotline works

Getting professional advice when your pet needs you most shouldn’t be complicated.

We’ve made the process simple and direct, so you can get the answers you need, fast.

Subject to our terms of use.

For Knose Members

The Pet Health Hotline is included at no extra cost with your Knose insurance or wellness plan.

  1. Call 1300 187 037 toll-free any time (or Live Chat) 24/7
  2. Confirm the email address you use with your Knose policy or membership
  3. Get the answers you need

Already a member?

For Non Knose Members

A stand-alone subscription to the Pet Health Hotline is only $8.88 per month with no lock-in contracts.

  1. Click ‘Join now’ and subscribe to pay.
  2. Wait for an e-mail confirmation from Knose.
  3. Call 1300 187 037 toll-free any time (or Live Chat) 24/7.
  4. To verify your membership, you will be asked to provide the email address you used to subscribe.
  5. Call and get the answers you need instantly.

Your pet care questions, our expertise

Hotline advice is always free but coverage for any follow-up treatment is subject to your plan type and policy terms.

Our Pet Health Hotline can cover expert opinion on:

  • Health concerns (vomiting, diarrhoea, skin conditions, dental issues, among others)
  • Proper pet nutrition
  • General pet care advice
  • Weight and diet management
  • Vaccinations and treatments
  • Your insurance policy

Supporting pet parents in every state and territory in Australia

Know when it’s urgent, or when it’s safe to wait. The hotline is available 24/7 for all pet owners.

Need more support?

When advice isn’t enough, eligible conditions may be covered under Knose Pet Insurance and Pet Care Plans.

Choose the best plan for your pet:

Trusted by Australian pet owners

Real testimonials from those who know best—the pet owners themselves.

Rated 4.7 on ProductReview and
4.6 on Google Reviews as of July 2025

10/10 personalised service!

In January, we brought a puppy (Bella) into our lives – she is beautiful! Recently she had a few gastro issues and subsequent vet visits. Knose Pet Insurance has been awesome. They acknowledged the claims immediately, and then followed up with personal emails advising us of the progress of our claims. We even received a message asking after Bella and a follow up to say how pleased they were that Bella is now doing well. Top class personalized service and a thorough explanation of the claim refunds. 10/10 guys!

Bella, insured with dog insurance from Knose Pet Insurance

Quick refund process

Submitted a claim for the first time after 12 months of insurance and everything went smoothly. I received regular updates of the progress of my claim and the refund process was quick once the team had received all the information from the vet.

Affordable pet insurance with easy claims!

Knose has been a great choice for pet insurance. The premiums are relatively affordable, claims are super easy to make by just uploading vet invoices, and the 24 hour phoneline that connects you with a vet nurse is a brilliant feature.

Amazing claims service

We searched for quite sometime for pet insurance for our toy poodle puppy and we’re so glad we found Knose’s Dog Insurance. They have been amazing. I really appreciate how you can call them with any query you might have and speak to someone in Australia who is clear and concise. Easy to put a claim through and you’re emailed throughout until your claim has been paid. Thank you to everyone for the great service.

I recommend Knose’s Cat Insurance to fellow pet owners!

The last thing you want to worry about when you have a sick pet is the cost. Knose Pet Insurance gives me peace of mind knowing that we can get the care we need for our beloved Cat and our claim will be handled with ease and in a timely manner! I recommend Knose to all my pet owning friends and family. Thank you Knose!

Fast and friendly customer service

You are very easy to engage with, you keep me up to date with my claim and I love the way you always enquire after Harry my dog. Thank you

I love being insured with Knose

I’ve been insured with Knose since our Cavooodle was 8 weeks old and they’re consistently reliable and so easy to communicate with. The claim process is super simple which is one of them any things I love about being insured with Knose.

Frequently asked questions

No, the hotline doesn’t replace your vet. Think of us as your first point of contact when you’re unsure what to do. We can help you decide if something needs urgent attention or if it can wait. But for physical exams, treatments, or prescriptions, you’ll still need to see your local vet in person.

No. Only a vet who sees your pet in person can do that. We can talk you through symptoms and next steps, but we don’t prescribe or diagnose over the phone.

No – the advice is based on what you tell us. It’s trusted guidance, but not a formal diagnosis or legally binding opinion. For any documentation or treatment plans, your local vet is the one to see.

If it’s serious – like seizures, collapse, or breathing trouble – go to a vet straight away. The hotline can help if you’re unsure whether something’s urgent, but it’s not a replacement for emergency care.

The hotline is just for pet health advice. For anything to do with your policy, billing or account, contact the Knose customer team at 1300 356 642 or info@knose.com.au.

Pretty much straight away. Phone calls are usually answered in a few rings, and chats connect within moments. If there’s a slight delay, it’s just because our nurses are helping other pet parents like you.

You’ll get everything you need during your session. If things change or you have more questions, just call or message again. It’s unlimited, so we’re always here when you need us.

Who will I be speaking to when I call?

You’ll chat with friendly, qualified vet nurses who are experts in the field. They’ll listen, ask questions, and guide you through whatever you’re dealing with. It’s expert care with a human (and animal-loving) touch.

A brown dog is holding a brown envelope in its mouth.

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