Insurance

Trainers are an important part of the horse world but seem to be the first to blame when a student is injured, a horse sale goes badly, or there is an injury to a client's horse in their care, custody, and control. The better you document what you...

What is liability insurance and do I need it? Liability insurance is insurance designed to protect a policyholder against claims alleging that one’s negligence or inappropriate action resulted in bodily injury or property damage to another.

Is your property insured to its current value? This comes up often when clients receive their farm renewal packets in the mail. The premium has gone up, as well as the values of the buildings.

Aging is a natural process however our horses and ponies are now generally living longer and longer. Regular veterinary care, in addition to good feeding, management, farrier care, and dentistry, means our much-loved horses can maintain an excellent quality of life well into there 30’s.

Interested in an immediate insurance quote? Ready to purchase instant coverage online? I am a horse owner: Our online application will guide you step by step through the insurance process, and provide you with a quick quote to get your horse(s)...

2020 was a banner year for our agency with a large growth in writing farm and liability coverage, and we hope to continue that trend in 2021. As an experienced horse farm agent, knowledgeable about the horse industry and the types of operations in our sport, we are here to help you with the coverage that is so important.

In order to get adequate equine insurance, you must first answer an important question: How valuable is your horse? The best insurance policies are based on an "agreed value", which means that you and the insurance company agree on how much your...

2020 was a banner year for our agency with a large growth in writing farm and liability coverage, and we hope to continue that trend in 2020. As an experienced horse farm agent, knowledgeable about the horse industry and the types of operations in...

Thank you for your interest in working with me as your Markel Equine Insurance Specialists. As a competitor, farm owner, organizer and sponsor, in the horse industry, I understand the needs and concerns of my clients and friends on many levels. Tracey Scharf and I are here to provide the personal service and attention you and your equines deserve.

Equine-related lawsuits occur more frequently than you may think. And many homeowners’ policies put limits on your equine liability coverage...or simply exclude it altogether!