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VPI Unveils the 2012 List of Wacky Pet Names

There are times when you come across a dog or cat that has been given a really odd name, and wonder what the story behind the name was about. VPI Pet Insurance has an interest in wacky pet names. Every year, they put together a list of them. At least a few of these names should make you laugh! VPI is a company that sells pet insurance. They want to make sure that pet owners are able to afford to give their dogs, cats, and other pets, the health care that they require. VPI is the nation’s oldest and largest … Continue reading →

VPI Reveals Top Pet Names of 2012

Every year, VPI puts together a list of the most popular names for dogs and cats. Their data comes from pet insurance claims that VPI receives in a given year. The 2012 list also includes the most popular names for birds and exotic pets. What did you name your pet? It’s not quite the same as naming a child. One would never dream of naming their son “Fido”, but it has become a common name for a puppy. You probably wouldn’t name your cat “Fido” though, because people see that moniker as a good name for a dog. VPI is … Continue reading →

Keep Pets Safe from Outdoor Seasonal Dangers

Oh, the weather outside is frightful! People who have one or more pets that primarily live outdoors need to take extra precautions to keep them safe as the weather gets cold and miserable. VPI has created a helpful list of 10 seasonal dangers to outdoor pets. When you go out into the snowy, Winter, weather, you probably bundle up. Most of us wear warm coats, gloves, hats, and scarves if we are expecting to be outside for more than a minute or two. Your pets can’t do that. This could lead to a very serious, and tragic, situation. You might … Continue reading →

VPI Reveals List of Most Popular Pet Names for 2010

What did you name your pet? VPI Pet Insurance, a nationwide insurance company that specializes in pet health insurance, has come up with a list of the most popular pet names for 2010. The list is divided into two categories: most popular names for dogs, and most popular names for cats. They also have compiled a list of the wackiest pet names. VPI has some advice about how to choose a good name for your pet. Pick a name that is short and simple. This will make it easier for your pet to learn to recognize his or her name. … Continue reading →