Napo becomes ‘first insurer’ to cover dangerous dogs

Napo pet insurance has launched medical insurance cover for XL Bullies in a move which it claims to be the ‘first in the UK’.

Napo now offers health insurance cover to XL Bullies as long as the dog’s owner is in possession of a valid exemption certificate.

This move is Napo’s first step in Napo’s mission to offer medical cover for all pets. The announcement is in response to the Government’s decision to add XL Bullies to the UK’s list of ‘banned breeds’ earlier this year.

Owners of XL Bullies were given until February 1 in England and Wales, and 3 July in Scotland, to apply for an exemption certificate, or have their pet put to sleep.

Jean-Philippe Doumeng, CEO and founder, said: “Every pet deserves healthcare, no matter the breed. We decided to create this policy after speaking to several pet parents who’ve struggled getting access to healthcare even after going through the rigorous ban exemption process. We’ve been passionate about fixing this for a long time and I am delighted that we are now able to offer the UK’s first health insurance cover for XL Bullies.”

Rachel Rodgers, Napo’s in-house clinical animal behaviourist, added: “Dogs like gorgeous Frank, who I’ve been working with through the exemption process, deserve healthcare and behaviour support. They deserve just as many opportunities as other dog breeds.”