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Does Progressive home insurance cover pitbulls?
I’m having a hard time finding home insurance with my newly adopted pitbull. She’s a little reactive with other dogs, but she’s perfectly fine with people. Does Progressive home insurance cover pit bulls?
Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Trying to find home insurance with a dog breed deemed dangerous can be such a frustrating process. Progressive’s home insurance may cover your pitbull, but it depends on where you live and your dog’s history.
While you hope it never happens, even dogs with the gentlest demeanors may bite someone if provoked. If your dog ends up biting or injuring someone, you are legally liable.
Personal liability protection
on a home insurance policy can help cover legal expenses and medical payments if your dog injures someone. While some insurers refuse to cover certain dog breeds, some states have made it illegal to refuse someone based on the type of dog they own.
If your dog doesn’t have a history of aggression, that could also improve your odds of getting insurance. Because she’s a pitbull, you might still see a higher premium if Progressive deems pitbulls a dangerous breed and places a surcharge on your policy.
If you’re looking for coverage for your pet’s health expenses, you’ll need separate pet insurance for that.
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