The Prudent Thing To Do – Insure Your Pet with Markel

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | Mary Phelps

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10% Discount for USEF (and other affiliations) Members!

Markel has recently announced a new partnership with Prudent Pet, enabling us to offer dog and cat insurance to our customers, expanding the protection we provide beyond horses. And who among our horse owner clients and friends does not have pets?

Mary Phelps/Markel – “This Was a Great Experience – I’m Impressed”

I have been a long-time agent for Markel and now have all my “kids” covered. I logged into the provided link and promptly filled out the application for my corgi, Stella, and hound dog, Bird. I was impressed by the user-friendly process, the prompt response, and the clear communication and follow-up. The last time we were at the vet, Bird required surgery due to an unusual development in her gums. It was over $2,000 with more surgery needed. While this is a pre-existing condition, it made me realize that veterinary care takes the same resources as human care, and the costs reflect that.

Attached is a Prudent Pet flyer highlighting the coverages. – QR code 

From Hoof to Paw – We Protect It All

This product is available on a direct-to-customer basis. It will be serviced by Prudent Pet representatives, with Markel serving as the underwriter. Markel is excited about this new phase of their expansion in serving the needs of our clients and friends.

For Your Equine and Farm, It Takes One to Know One

With over 50 years of experience insuring equine-related coverages and a team of passionate horse enthusiasts, Markel continues to grow to meet the industry’s evolving needs. They understand the need for Equine Insurance Specialists who live the life, know the sport, and love their horses.

For your equine, liability, and property needs, feel free to reach out for guidance, advice, and personal service for your horse and business and property needs. I have all of my ponies “covered” and, as a longtime Markel Insurance Specialist, I’m here for your horses, farm, and business.

Mary Phelps and Fernando

Mary Phelps and Fernando

Every day, we communicate on all levels, guiding the process, options, and solutions for developing businesses, insuring horses and farms, and explaining the process.

By learning more about our clients’ goals, dreams, and plans, we can help determine what works best for each individual with the multiple services and levels that Markel has to offer.

Mary.Phelps@Markel.com
cell/text – 859-940-8517
office – 1-800-572-3286

But wait, there’s more! Back to Prudent Pet

  • Multi-pet discount: Prudent Pet offers a 10% multi-pet discount
  • Apply online: Customers can apply online directly through our Markel co-branded application.
  • A 10% USEF discount on all Prudent Pet policies when you apply online

Why choose Prudent Pet?

  • Comprehensive coverage for both dogs and cats
  • Policies can start for pets at 8 weeks old – no age limit
  • No coverage exclusions based solely on breed
  • Reimbursment options 70%-90%
  • Various add-on coverages are available
  • 75% of claims processed in 24 hours
  • 24/7 Veterinarian Live Chat
  • #1 rated pet insurance on TrustPilot
  • Trusted reputation and exceptional service