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I get this question all the time...If my trainer has a wreck while hauling my horse, will his/her, Care, Custody and Control Liability cover the death/injury of my horse? This is a great question and actually I will cover the importance for...


Markel is the innovator of horse farm insurance. Ever since Markel brought our first package to market about 50 years ago, we’ve enhanced our products and services to meet your changing needs. Markel offers you more than superlative...

The loss of farm personal property due to disaster or theft can result in significant replacement and lost opportunity costs. Farm personal property typically includes items such as tack, barn supplies, farm machinery as well as the farm office...

Lexington, KY - Two observation sessions for the 2013 Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program have taken place in Wellington, FL February 13-14 and Burbank, CA February 22-23.Between the two sessions, USEF Young Horse Coach, Scott Hassler, has...

Insurance can be a very expensive product. When the premium bill comes, it is easy to get into "that won't happen to me" mode and not adequately insure. But a little cost benefit analysis can help you make a rational choice as to what types of...

I get this question all of the time…"To what age does Markel insure a horse to?" Markel now insures horses with full Mortality AND Medical/Surgical benefits through the age of 18. (not yet approved in WA and AK) However the rates for the...

We know your horse is priceless. Placing a value on a horse can be difficult. If you have recently purchased a horse, or if the horse has gone through a professional sale, the selling price is generally an accurate evidence of value, and an...

In order to get adequate equine insurance, you must first answer an important question: How valuable is your horse? The best insurance policies are based on an "agreed value", which means that you and the insurance company agree on how much...

Mary Phelps - Markel Equine, Farm, Ranch and Liability Specialist 800-572-3286, insurance@horsesdaily.com
Your horse may be one of your most important possessions, but it can also be your biggest liability. Individual horse owners place...

When your business is the target of a lawsuit, money isn’t the only thing that’s at stake. Your reputation is on the line, too. Markel insurance professionals have years of experience handling equine liability claims. They’ll ensure that a...

Special Discount for member of the American Association of Professional Farriers

Mary Phelps - Markel Equine, Farm, Ranch and Liability Specialist 800-572-3286, insurance@horsesdaily.com
Markel has specially designed...

Celebrating 10 years With Markel – April 2013

Mary Phelps - Markel Equine, Farm, Ranch and Liability Specialist 800-572-3286, insurance@horsesdaily.com
In 1993 Markel invited me to join their company based on my longtime...

In between your property and an outlying roadway is a fence that supposedly confines your horse. Even if the fence is electrified, would you still consider this a 100% guarantee that your horse or passersby will always be protected? Or put...

These days, our horses are more a part of the family than ever. We give them special treats, we celebrate their birthdays, and we spend endless hours trying to make them comfortable. Pink polo wraps may be cute, and browbands with bling may be...

When you locate your ideal sport horse, you want to validate your investment. To reduce the risk of unsoundness, you contract with an equine practitioner to examine the horse. You're hiring the veterinarian as a consultant to report on the...

In spite of increasing numbers of year round residents, the majority of the winter residents are in the moving mode, packing, shipping, stressing. I used to keep a certain frame of mind when doing the north/south routine before becoming a year...

Did You Know…..that if you purchase a new horse and pay a commercial shipper to ship the horse home, that you can add the value of the shipping (not to include quarantine cost if applicable) to the insured value? You have just made a huge...

Did you know...if you own a horse, whether it is a pleasure horse that grazes in your pasture or a horse that you have boarded at a facility, you as a horse owner could be named liable if your horse causes bodily injury or property damage to...

2012 was a banner year for our agency with a large growth in writing farm and liability coverage. As an experienced horse farm agent knowledgeable about the horse industry and the types of operations in our sport we are supported by our...

Did you know….that you must notify Markel immediately if your vet has been called for anything other than routine care or maintenance? This is very important, as the sooner we get the information, the better we can serve you. Our Claims...

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Air TransitCoverage is available for horses up to 30 days while awaiting transit/air transit to the USA and to extend Mortality coverage to include new territorial limits. Full details of the facility and information on who has care, custody and control are required. Contact our office for more information. Permanent Disability (Loss of Use)...
 
Medical Surgical options are available when purchasing a mortality policy on the actual cash value of your horse. There are several options and limits to choose from. This coverage is provided for clients as a means to help with the costly expenses of medical surgical treatments due to accident, sickness or injury. Emergency Colic Surgery...
 
"Mary Phelps and Markel have insured my horses, including my beloved Manhatten. Mary was there when I bought him in Holland as a 4-year-old and has been with us thoroughout our entire career. We also carry all our liability coverage, and recommend Mary and Markel to all our clients." Jodie Kelly Dressage, Destin, Florida For a horse owner, the...
 
Markel is the innovator of horse farm insurance. Ever since Markel brought our first package to market about 50 years ago, we’ve enhanced our products and services to meet your changing needs. Markel offers you more than superlative protection; you can depend on an unmatched record of experience, expertise and commitment that have made us the...
 
Special Discount for member of the American Association of Professional Farriers Mary Phelps - Markel Equine, Farm, Ranch and Liability Specialist 800-572-3286, insurance@horsesdaily.comMarkel has specially designed an...
 
When your business is the target of a lawsuit, money isn’t the only thing that’s at stake. Your reputation is on the line, too. Markel insurance professionals have years of experience handling equine liability claims. They’ll ensure that a claim against you is resolved fairly, with consideration for all parties involved. Equine liability...
 
Imagine if my ponies got loose? Yikes, damage to vehicles, injuries to spectators, even if one should bite the finger of a child trying to pat them. Mary Phelps - Markel Equine, Farm, Ranch and Liability Specialist 800-572-3286, insurance@horsesdai...
 

What Markel Clients Say

I have had my horses insured with Mary Phelps/Markel for years. As an Amateur competing up to Grand Prix, at the same time as having a professional career, the personal service provided by her office, availability and superior support from Markel, have provided me with peace of mind.
 
It was easy and helpful working with my long time friend Mary and her assistant Tracey when I got my equine liability coverage with Markel.
 
Mary Phelps and Markel have insured Wadamur throughout his career. It's always a comforting feeling to do business with an agent and a company who understands and knows so well the nature of our business and the unique challenges of owning and competing top level dressage horses...
 

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I get this question all the time...If my trainer has a wreck while hauling my horse, will his/her, Care, Custody and Control Liability cover the death/injury of my horse? This is a great question and actually I will cover the importance for individuals to have their equine partner insured for Mortality and Medical/Surgical coverage, and also for...
 
Markel is the innovator of horse farm insurance. Ever since Markel brought our first package to market about 50 years ago, we’ve enhanced our products and services to meet your changing needs. Markel offers you more than superlative protection; you can depend on an unmatched record of experience, expertise and commitment that have made us the...
 
Photo: Shirley McQuillan The loss of farm personal property due to disaster or theft can result in significant replacement and lost opportunity costs. Farm personal property typically includes items such as tack, barn supplies, farm machinery as well as the farm office equipment like computers, phones, furniture, and a variety of other tangible...
 
Sigrid Wolff and Kodaly, owned by Alex Holland (Cavallis) Lexington, KY - Two observation sessions for the 2013 Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program have taken place in Wellington, FL February 13-14 and Burbank, CA February 22-23.Between the two sessions, USEF Young Horse Coach, Scott Hassler, has been able to observe close to 40 young...
 
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