May
15
As Scott Thisdale of Wadsworth, Ill., and his shiba inu, Kei, can attest, vacations can be a dangerous place for our four-legged friends. Fortunately, Kei made a full recovery following his escalator mishap and even earned the September 2011 title of “Most Unusual Claim” by VPI.
With m...
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Apr
17
National Pet Parent’s Day might not be until April 28th, but you can celebrate right now by helping protect the dogs who protect you.
Check out VPI’s new referral page and send a custom email to your favorite pet parent. For every referral email sent during April, VPI will donate $1 (up to $10,000) to Vested Interest in K9’s, a non-profit dedicated to providing vests for law enforcement K9s.
So, send an email, and we’ll send a dollar ...
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Apr
1
Just like humans, when our furry friends are stricken with even minor ailments like an ear infection, stomach ache or cough, it can prompt a visit to the veterinarian. While the majority of the conditions listed below are curable, they can become chronic and expensive to treat.
VPI policyholders...
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Mar
18
In 2011, pet lovers rejoiced when the NCAA basketball championship game featured the Huskies (Connecticut) vs. Bulldogs (Butler). Will this year’s road to the Final Four feature a pet-themed squad that is able to break through the fanatic frenzy of March Madness? VPI analyzed its databa...
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Mar
13
Dogs employed in law-enforcement K9 units risk their lives on a daily basis, often without the proper protective equipment. While on call, they are deployed ahead of their human counterparts, frequently confronting serious and possibly fatal danger to protect local communities.
To support and raise f...
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