SEATTLE, Jan. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Trupanion,
Inc. (NYSE: TRUP) and VCA (NASDAQ: WOOF) announced a new
partnership today to help pets receive the best veterinary care
possible.
The partnership expands Trupanion's footprint, naming it the
preferred vendor for medical insurance for cats and dogs across
VCA's veterinary hospitals throughout the
United States. VCA clients who enroll will have the
peace of mind that comes with a medical plan through Trupanion, and
VCA veterinarians will be empowered to continue providing their
clients with optimum care.
"We are excited about our partnership with Trupanion," said
Bob Antin, VCA CEO. "Both companies
are dedicated to supporting the pet care needs of our clients.
Together VCA and Trupanion can help our clients access the highest
and most suitable level of pet care that our veterinarians
recommend. Our relationship is an important bridge to helping our
pet friends stay healthy and happy."
With Trupanion, pet owners will be better prepared for the
unexpected costs of treatment if their pet becomes sick or injured.
Trupanion offers one simple plan with no limits that pays 90% of
the actual invoice for all diagnostics tests, surgeries,
medications and hospital stays, with very few exclusions.
"We're thrilled the VCA team appreciates our unique approach and
we look forward to working with them and supporting them in the
great work they do," said Trupanion CEO, Darryl Rawlings.
About Trupanion
Trupanion is an industry leader in medical insurance for pets,
offering cat and dog medical insurance in the United States, Canada, and Puerto
Rico. With over 207,000 total enrolled pets (as of
9/30/2014), Trupanion's mission is to help the pets we all love
receive the best veterinary care. Trupanion offers simple, fair and
comprehensive pet medical insurance that pays 90% of veterinary
costs for pets' covered illness and injury claims that could
include diagnostic tests, surgeries, medications, hospital stays,
and alternative therapies for the treatment of injuries or
illnesses. The Trupanion coverage includes chronic, hereditary and
congenital conditions with no payout limits per incident, per year,
or over the lifetime of the pet. Some terms and conditions apply,
please see our website for details at Trupanion.com.
In the United States, Trupanion
is underwritten by the American Pet Insurance Company, which has
earned a Financial Stability Rating® of A--Exceptional from
Demotech, Inc. In Canada,
Trupanion is underwritten by Omega General Insurance Company.
Trupanion is a founding member of the North American Pet Health
Insurance Association (NAPHIA), demonstrating a commitment to high
standards and transparency in all actions and products. Trupanion's
shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker
symbol TRUP.
About VCA
VCA owns, operates and manages the largest networks of
freestanding veterinary hospitals and veterinary-exclusive clinical
laboratories in the country, with more than 620 veterinary
hospitals in 41 states and 4 Canadian provinces and more than 55
clinical laboratories throughout the
United States and Canada.
Additionally, we provide the largest online communication,
professional education and marketing solutions to the veterinary
community. We also supply diagnostic imaging equipment to the
veterinary industry, as well as operating a premier dog daycare
chain with boarding, grooming and training facilities.
Media Contact:
Britta
Gidican, Trupanion Director of Public Relations
E-mail: MediaRelations@trupanion.com
Phone: 206.607.1930
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