Tag: pet health insurance

Pet insurance is offered by a growing number of companies

Julie Campbell
pet insurance

Though traditionally a very small market, as the popularity of these products take off, insurers are taking notice. When it comes to pet insurance, companies are now starting to see a far greater opportunity than was ever available before, as owners start to consider animals as furry family members instead of a beast that is somewhat disposable. The importance of these animals – especially dogs and cats – has lead to massive advancements in veterinary medicine. While the evolution of veterinary medicine has made it possible to provide these animals…

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Pet insurance company, Trupanion, is gearing up for an IPO

Julie Campbell
pet insurance policies company

The provider has now filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for an offering of up to $75 million. Trupanion Inc., the large American pet insurance company, has recently announced that it is planning an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange, and has now made its filing. This insurance company will be listed on the exchange under the “TRUP” symbol. The intention of the pet insurance provider is to raise up to $75 million for its IPO. That said, that figure is not set in…

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National Pet Month teaches owners smarter insurance coverage

Julie Campbell
pet insurance

National Pet Month is a celebration of the joy that cats, dogs, birds, fish, and other animals bring to our lives. May is National Pet Month in the United States and as it is a great time to pause and remember the value that our animal companions bring to our lives, it is also a good time to consider pet insurance and other aspects of care that can help to improve the quality of their lives. Owners are reminded to think about their fuzzy, finned, and feathered friends in a…

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Pet insurance company names winner of “most unusual claim” contest

Julie Campbell
Pet Insurance cat

A cat in Middletown, Delaware named Lewes was given this month’s title. A two year old cat named Lewes, who is owned by the Racelis family in Middletown, Delaware has now earned a rather unique form of recognition, as his pet insurance company named his circumstance as having the “Most Unusual Claim of the Month” after he was required to undergo an emergency surgery in order to extract a foam dart out of his small intestine. The insurer hands the title out to the oddest claim that is made each…

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Pet insurance is helping more pets survive cancer

Julie Campbell
pet insurance

According to Aquarium, a software provider for insurers, coverage is contributing to animal survival. According to pet insurance software company, Aquarium, companion animals such as cats and dogs are surviving cancer at a notably higher rate because of the treatments that their owners can afford through their coverage. This has created a direct link between animal health coverage and their cancer survival rate. For the majority of animal owners who do not have coverage, being able to afford cancer treatment for their beloved furry friends would be cost prohibitive. However,…

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