An Insurance Company with Horse Sense

Newsdate: Thu, 20 Sep 2012 - 10:58 am
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Many horse owners go without horse insurance figuring that it is just too expensive and they will have to take their chances. Others are in a quandry as to where to go to get the best insurance possible for their particular situation.

Horse insurance - for times when things go wrong

Horse insurance - for times when things go wrong

Markel which was chosen by AQHA as their insurance partner, is “the insurance company with horse sense,” and they are proud that the AQHA chose them.

For many, Markel's American Quarter Horse Insurance is the answer to the many questions horse owners ask themselves when considering insurance.

When the American Quarter Horse Association was looking for an insurance carrier,  they looked for an experienced company that was passionate about horses, and whose associates were horse people first and  insurance people second.

According to Markel which was chosen by AQHA, it is “the insurance company with horse sense,” and they are proud that the AQHA chose them.

"At Markel, we focus on protecting your Western lifestyle, including your horses, home, barn, tack, and equipment. Whether you have one horse or an entire stable, keep horses for pleasure or business, Markel can fully protect you."

Why Choose Markel for your horse insurance?

Markel has over 40 years of expertise in insuring horses and horse businesses. They are firmly committed to the horse industry, so you can count on Markel to be around for the long haul.

Not only has Markel been an AQHA Corporate Partner since 1999, they are a sponsor of the AQHA World Championship Show and AQHA Regional Experiences, and contribute to the AQHYA scholarship fund and the Equestrians with Disabilities program.

Five more reasons to choose Markel as your horse insurance partner:

  • Coverage: They offer insurance to fully protect you, whether you have one horse or one hundred. 
  • Compassionate, caring claims handling: When you're in a tough spot, their claims associates will help you through it. Their claims team has extensive experience successfully resolving claims involving horses.
  • Unmatched experience: Markel is a leader in the horse insurance industry, and pioneered many of the equine coverages available today.
  • Financial stability: Independent insurance analyst A.M. Best Company rates Markel  "A" Excellent for financial strength. That means there will always be money in the bank to pay your covered claims.
  • Licensed in all 50 states: They are licensed to do business throughout the U.S., although all coverages may not be available in all states depending on state insurance regulations.

The Insurance Company with Horse Sense

"The Markel Insurance Company name and reputation are unsurpassed in the field of equine insurance. For over four decades, we have provided uninterrupted coverage for horses and horse-related risks. We also pioneered many of the policy forms and endorsements now considered standard in the industry. As a leading developer of specialty risk management tools and services, we have continually enhanced and improved our products to meet the changing needs of our customers."

"Many of our employees were horse owners long before they became involved in the insurance industry. They know first-hand the passion shared by horse owners. They are true “horse people” who represent the commitment that makes the Markel difference."

About the Author

Flossie Sellers

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As an animal lover since childhood, Flossie was delighted when Mark, the CEO and developer of EquiMed asked her to join his team of contributors.

She enrolled in My Horse University at Michigan State and completed a number of courses in everything related to horse health, nutrition, diseases and conditions, medications, hoof and dental care, barn safety, and first aid.

Staying up-to-date on the latest developments in horse care and equine health is now a habit, and she enjoys sharing a wealth of information with horse owners everywhere.

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