Tag: animal insurance

Pet insurance company names the winner of its best veterinarian contest

Julie Campbell
Pet Insurance

The top pick for the My Vet’s the Best prize has now been announced and money has been issued for animal care. One of the leading pet insurance companies in the United States has announced the winner of its My Vet’s the Best contest as being Dr. Irvin Ingram, who is now the best veterinarian of 2012. The winning veterinarian works in Phoenix and has been issued prize money to help in caring for animals. Dr. Ingram currently practices at the All Creatures Animal Hospital in Phoenix and has received…

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Pet insurance company names new VP of Veterinary Channel Development

Julie Campbell
Pet Insurance cat

Petplan has just announced the naming of Steve Shell into this position. Petplan pet insurance has just revealed that it has named Steve Shell to the position of vice president of Veterinary Channel Development. Shell has over thirty years of experience within the industry of animal health in the United States. The top rated pet insurance company, as well as one of the most rapidly growing in the United States has recognized his experience and success at Invervet/Schering-Plough, Pfizer Animal Health, and Merck Animal Health, and took care to identify…

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Pet insurance companies warn about holiday hazards

Julie Campbell
pet insurance chocolate

Many holiday treats and decorations are highly toxic to dogs, cats, and other animals. At this festive time of year when sweet treats are shared and holiday decorations are hung throughout the house, pet insurance companies are cautioning animal owners to take care and avoid exposing their beloved animals to poisons and other dangers that these items can present. Even seemingly harmless cookies or Christmas tree ornaments could create a life or death scenario. For example, pet insurance companies are cautioning owners that many dogs love the smell of chocolate…

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Pet insurance report shows large growth in U.S. market

H. Cutner

Over the last five years, the sector has expanded despite the economic downturn. IBISWorld has now released its latest U.S. Industry Market Research Report, which provides details as to the progress of the pet insurance sector over the last five years. What it has indicated is that there has been notable growth among insurers and consumers. Over the last five years, according to the report, the pet insurance industry grew very rapidly, continuing its expansion regardless of the direction of the economy as a whole. It is a clear reflection…

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Popularity of pet insurance skyrockets as it is better understood

H. Cutner
Pet Insurance

Dog and cat owners are discovering the benefits and are embracing this coverage. Though the majority of animal owners in the United States still do not have pet insurance, the number of policyholders is growing rapidly in popularity as a greater number of people learn about the coverage and the savings it can provide. The American Veterinary Medical Association has no way of tracking the specific number of animal owners who purchase pet insurance policies, but it has said that its use is on the rise. According to a spokesperson…

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