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Farmers Insurance No Longer Covers Certain Dog Breeds

Let me start off by saying that this appears to be specific to California (as far as I can tell). Farmers Insurance has decided to stop providing liability coverage in a homeowners policy for dog owners of Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, or Wolf hybrids. A homeowners insurance policy will cover many things. It can help you with the cost of replacing items that have been stolen from your home. It covers the cost of repairing your home due to damage from a storm, a fire, or even a vehicle that has driven into your house. This coverage includes damages to your … Continue reading →

Christmas Gifts That Could Cause Insurance Problems

What is Santa bringing your children for Christmas this year? Certain types of gifts can actually be problematic for your homeowners insurance. Things like trampolines and certain breeds of puppies, can cause your insurer to raise your rates or to drop your plan. What could be more adorable than a Christmas puppy? It might be exactly what your kids are hoping that Santa will bring them this year. Unfortunately, certain breeds of puppies could result in problems with your homeowners insurance. The same could happen if you put a trampoline in your backyard. CNBC points out that there are certain … Continue reading →

Momma Cat Takes In Rottie Puppy

They are not the unlikeliest pairing out there, but they are turning heads. A momma cat named Satin in a Meriden, Connecticut animal shelter has taken in a six day old Rottweiler puppy as part of her litter. Momma cat Satin is a domestic short-haired who recently gave birth to four kittens at the Meriden Humane Society. She was surrendered by an owner who was unable to care for her. Puppy Charlie’s story is equally sad. His mother was found on the side of the road in Meriden, Connecticut a few months ago. Once in the shelter, she gave birth … Continue reading →

Dog Breeds: Rottweiler

Okay, confession time: the Rottweiler may very well be my favorite breed of dog. I love big dogs and I love big dogs with big fat heads. And I’ve been so very lucky to meet amazingly sweet Rotties – like Schultz, who used to come play at the dog park with Miko and me and would plop his big butt right down on my feet. (Want to read more about our adventures at the dog park? Clicky clicky!) A Rottie is pretty easy to pick out of a crowd – aside from the muscular build, they have distinctive markings. The … Continue reading →