Survey Finds Pet Lovers Taking Time Off Work To Care for Sick Pets
Latest poll of VPI Pet Insurance policyholders shows pet lovers willing to call in ‘sick.’
Brea, CA (PRWEB) August 19, 2005
Your coworker who called in sick last week may not have been sick at all, according to a new poll of pet lovers. Nearly 86 percent of pet owners say they have taken a sick day from work to care for their pet, according to a recent poll of more than 260,000 policyholders with Veterinary Pet Insurance Company/DVM Insurance Agency (VPI).
The latest opinion poll, which was delivered to VPI Pet Insurance policyholders through its quarterly newsletter, shows that 85.4 percent of respondents admitted to taking a sick day in order to care for an ill pet. The results are similar to a recent poll of British pet owners, who collectively took 2.7 million days from work over the past two years to care for their pet.
“The number of pet owners taking time off work to care for a sick pet illustrates just how strong the human-animal bond has become,” explains Dr. Carol McConnell, manager of veterinary education and services for VPI. “These individuals think of their pet as another member of their family. Just as they would stay home to take care of an ill child or spouse, they are doing the same for their pets.”
About Veterinary Pet Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. is the nationÂ’s oldest and largest health insurance provider for pets. Selling policies since 1982, the company is committed to making the miracles of veterinary medicine affordable for all pet owners. VPI Pet Insurance plans cover dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets for thousands of medical problems and conditions relating to accidents, illnesses and injuries. Optional vaccination and routine care coverage is also available.
Policies are available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Policies are underwritten by Veterinary Pet Insurance Company in California and in all other states by National Casualty Company, an A+15 rated company in Madison, Wisconsin.
For more information about VPI Pet Insurance policies, call 800-USA-PETS (800-872-7387) or visit www. petinsurance. com.
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