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http://press.petinsurance.com/pressroom/index.cfm?prid=109&
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11/01/2004
Contact: Brian Iannessa
(714) 989-5662
biannessa@petinsurance.com
Veterinary Pet Insurance Gives Dogs New “Leggs”
Coverage provided for DogLeggs’® revolutionary therapeutic treatment
RESTON, VA. (August 7, 2004) –Swimming, running or even walking can be very difficult for dogs who suffer from hygromas, recognized as elbow calluses and pressure sores, a concern that has frustrated veterinarians and their clients for a long time.
DogLeggs®, padded treatment accessories for the leg, were developed by Schön Gross for her 10-year-old Rottweiler, Greif, to offer a solution for his hygroma and arthritis. And, with the coverage available through Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), dog’s like Greif can enjoy every day activities and more with a product that helps ease the pain and helps treat these chronic problems.
“We are thrilled to have VPI, the oldest and largest leader in health insurance for pets, cover our products while we strive to provide the best therapeutic products for our pets and companions in life,” said DogLeggs President Schön Gross.
DogLeggs® help lessen the aching of arthritis and improves movement for pets by using the warmth from Malden Mills Polar Fleece. An inside triple layer of fleece protects the inner elbows from hard surfaces while the warmth allows the rough calluses to soften. A neoprene pad also protects joints from the hard surfaces encountered in homes and kennels. All seams are on the outside of the DogLeggs to ensure maximum comfort with no raw edges or seams to irritate.
“Coverage of DogLeggs demonstrates our commitment to veterinarians and pet owners,” said Medical Director Dr. Peter Weinstein. “We are glad to help veterinarians and their clients by covering another treatment alternative for conditions such as leg calluses, soreness, swelling, lameness, or arthritis.”
For a photo of Greif, please visit www.dogleggs.com. For more information about VPI policies, call 800-USA-PETS (800-872-7387) or visit www.petinsurance.com.
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.
VPI’s parent company, Veterinary Pet Services, Inc., is an SEC-reporting company whose stock is not publicly traded.
About DogLeggs
DogLeggs is an innovative company dedicated to the comfort and health of pets. The company was founded in 2000 when the founder’s 10 year old Rottweiler, Greif, developed large elbow calluses, severe arthritis in both elbows and finally a hygroma (acute inflammatory swelling) in one elbow and foreleg to his toes. DogLeggs continues to develop innovative solutions for many difficult veterinary problems.
About Veterinary Pet Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance is the nation'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 & Routine Care Coverage is also available.