List Of The 5 Most 2014

Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Every year, Pets Best Insurance, a leading

nationwide pet medical insurance agency, releases a

annual list of the most bizarre pet insurance claims submitted to

the agency during the summer seasons.

Here are the results:

Can’t Handle the Tote

• Although tote bags are often used to carry many delicious treats in the summer, Tony, a 10-year-old golden retriever decided the tote bag itself was more enticing than anything that might be inside of it.

• Eating the canvas tote bag handle in entirety, Tony was rushed to the local veterinary clinic where they were able to induce sickness, allowing Tony to recover fully.

2014 List Of The 5 Most Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Curse of the Honeycomb

• Aware that bees can pose a danger to pets, their honeycombs can also pose as a deliciously sweet looking threat.

• Jordan, a 1-year-old Irish terrier, found himself in this troubling situation after having devoured a honeycomb, ultimately making him ill.

• Rushed to the veterinary clinic, Jordan was treated and received fluids for his symptoms and was safely sent home after observation.

2014 List Of The 5 Most Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Blister in the Belly

• Blisters can be a common nuisance in the summer months. J, a Labrador retriever, tried a different approach to treating pesky blisters by eating an entire package of blister medication.

• J had to receive several medical care treatments where the item was safely removed.

• While J’s medical bills reached $1,057.50, his owners were able to receive a $861.75 reimbursement through their Pets Best pet medical insurance coverage.

2014 List Of The 5 Most Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Sandwich Surprise

• Like most pooches, Willow, a 5-year-old Scottish deerhound, likes to sneak tasty treats when no one is looking.

• Unfortunately for Willow, when grabbing a sandwich at the family picnic he didn’t notice with toothpick inside.

• With treatment and medication, Willow was able to recover from his sandwich surprise.

2014 List Of The 5 Most Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Toxic Trail Mix

• Trail mix is a popular hikers snack but actually contains many ingredients that are toxic to dogs as learned by Meadow, a 7-year-old Bernese mountain dog.

• Meadow ingested a large bag of trail mix containing raisins, macadamia nuts and chocolate chips, all of which are toxic to dogs.

• After receiving examination and a apomorphine injection, Meadow was sent home for full recovery.

2014 List Of The 5 Most Unusual Summer Pet Medical Insurance Claims

Pets Best Founder, Dr. Jack Stephens

“Dogs are often exposed to a wide range of risks during the summer months, as they spend more

time outdoors and are exposed to potentially dangerous elements and materials. While we

encourage pet owners to carefully monitor their pets, it is also important to be financially prepared for veterinary emergencies. For many families, pet

insurance plays a valuable role in significantly reducing out-of-pocket expenses for veterinary care.”

Pets Best offers a variety of pet medical insurance plans coving the

diagnosis and treatment of hundreds of accidents and illnesses for dogs

and cats.

Visit Pets Best to learn more about medical insurance for your pet.

View the full Annual List Of Bizarre Summer Pet Insurance Claims press release here.