“Does my homeowner’s insurance coverage protect me if my dog bites someone?” It’s a question I get 
asked all the time. People will call the office to inquire about dog bite insurance or to receive a dog bite insurance quote and the conversation inevitably turns toward whether, or how much, a homeowner’s insurance policy will protect someone.
National … [more]
Easter Sunday and April Fool’s Day are fast approaching — both on Sunday, April 1. Easter typically is a time for hiding and finding brightly-colored and dyed Easter eggs, Sunday finery and a time for friends and family to gather for a meal together.
We want everyone to have a safe, happy and dog-bite free Easter Sunday and that is … [more]
Are you positive that your dog would never bite another person? You never know what could happen in the heat of the moment, and it always better to be safe than sorry. Maybe what you never thought would happen already has. If your dog has bitten someone, you are most likely worried and upset. A claim may be filed. Luckily, … [more]
February 20 has been designated as “Love Your Pet Day” but as pet lovers we know that loving your pets is a never-e
nding connection!
If you’re looking for ways to make today even more special for your pet here are some ways to celebrate the day together.
As a pet parent you hope that your dog will never bite anyone. Have you ever wondered, though, why do dogs bite? There are myriad reasons why dogs bite. There are also signs that your dog is getting ready to bite and if you understand his signs and body language you may be able to stop a bite before it … [more]
The month of January has been designated National Train Your Dog Month by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). As a dog bite insurance professional I understand that a “well trained dog is one who is less likely to bite.” Dog trainin
g starts from the moment you bring your new puppy or adopted shelter dog … [more]
The holidays are a time for joy and fun with friends and loved ones. However, your dog might view the extra company and chaos a little less appealing than you do. Change and strangers are not every dog’s forte, which means that you’ll need to take a few extra precautions this year to ensure that no one gets hurt. Your … [more]
A dog bite is something most owners fear the most, and in our last post, we covered how to prevent one. However, while your dog might be calm and well-behaved, there’s no way to determine how they will react in a variety of circumstances. If you were being attacked, or if your dog was threatened, he might lash out … [more]
Any dog owner knows that their dog is capable of inflicting pain whenever he or she wants. If your dog is loved, well-adjusted and socialized, it’s a rare occasion that he or she would bite you, though when it comes to strangers and new situations and dogs your pup might instinctively react in a way you deem less than favorable. … [more]
Dogs are like people: some of them just need a bit of space. That does NOT mean they are aggressive, dangerous, vicious or bad dogs, but it does present a challenge if you have your dog in public. Many say that if you have a dog with issues, they should never be taken out in public.
The general public has … [more]