Category: Pets

According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), 67% of American households own a pet and dogs account for 63% of them. Unfortunately, sometimes dogs bite. Approximately 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs yearly and the average cost of a dog bite claim is $44,760, according to the III. Does Renters Insurance Cover Dog Bites? … <a title="Renters Insurance Usually Covers Dog Bites, But There are Some Exceptions" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/renters-insurance-usually-covers-dog-bites-but-there-are-some-exceptions/"...

Pets bring companionship and joy into the lives of millions of Americans, and many landlords have found it is good business to allow pets on their rental properties. Since it can be difficult to rent with a pet, pet owners will often be very appreciative and very respectful of your property and rules so that … <a title="It’s a Zoo Out There: Pets, Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals" class="read-more"...

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted many aspects of society, but your home insurance policy will continue to function normally. Will Homeowners Insurance Premiums be Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic? It’s hard to say with any degree of certainty what will happen to homeowners insurance rates. There are many factors to consider. First, people are staying … Read...

Eventually, every landlord has to decide whether they should allow pets in rentals. It can be tough decision, especially if you are new to real estate. On one side, allowing pets in rental your property can broaden your market for prospective tenants, boost your annual income, and possibly keep tenants longer. But there are also … <a title="Should You Allow Pets in Your Rentals" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/should-you-allow-pets-in-your-rentals/" aria-label="Read more about Should...

Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life. Dogs can be trained to perform many important tasks to assist people with disabilities, such as providing stability for a person who has trouble walking, picking up items for a person who uses a wheelchair, preventing a child with … <a title="Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals and Your Business" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/service-animals-emotional-support-animals-and-your-business/" aria-label="Read more about...

Although domesticated dogs may seem quite friendly and approachable, there are occasions when they can be dangerous. There have been a number of cases in the U.S. involving vicious dog attacks on both humans and other pets. The breed of dog you own could make it more difficult to secure Homeowners insurance. Insurers are hesitant … <a title="10 Dog Breeds Most Often Blacklisted by Home Insurance Carriers" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/10-dog-breeds-most-often-blacklisted-by-home-insurance-carriers/" aria-label="Read...

Almost 90 million dogs are owned as pets in the United States according to a 2017-2018 survey by the American Pet Products Association. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year. Among children, the rate of dog-bite related injuries is highest for those 5-9 … Read more

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According to the 2018 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 68% of US households, or about 85 million families, own a pet. What’s more, an even higher share of renters have pets. This is surprising to hear, not only because of the rise in no-pet policies in condos but … <a title="Common Questions About Renters Pet Insurance" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/renters-pet-insurance/" aria-label="Read more about Common Questions...

Pet Insurance reimburses you for your dog or cat’s unexpected medical bills. Pet Insurance with American Heritage is done through the Figo Program. How Does it Work? Your pet is treated at any veterinarian for sickness or injury and you submit the bill to Figo for reimbursement by simply snapping a photo of your vet … <a title="What is Pet Insurance and How Does it Work?" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/what-is-pet-insurance-and-how-does-it-work/" aria-label="Read more...

In 2017, dog bites and dog-related injuries accounted for more than one-third of homeowners liability claims according to the Insurance Information Institute. There are approximately 89.7 million dogs in the United States and 36.5% of U.S. households own at least one dog. The average cost per dog bite claim was $37,051, totaling over $700 million … <a title="One-Third of Homeowners Liability Claims are From Dog Bites" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/one-third-of-homeowners-liability-claims-are-from-dog-bites/" aria-label="Read more...