Top pet names, breeds, and insurance claims of 2022

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We've almost reached the end of the year! Embrace Pet Insurance used this as an opportunity to list the most popular pet names, breeds, and common insurance claims from 2022.

According to a company release,¹ the data below was derived from Embrace's database of over 1.5 million quotes from the year. First up, are the most common dog and cat names:

Top dog and cat names of 2022

Top 10 dog names

1. Luna
2. Bella
3. Charlie
4. Lucy
5. Daisey
6. Cooper
7. Max
8. Bailey
9. Milo
10. Coco

Top 10 cat names

1. Luna
2. Oliver
3. Milo
4. Bella
5. Charlie
6. Leo
7. Loki
8. Lucy
9. Nala
10. Lily

Top dog and cat breeds of 2022

The dog and cat breeds most popular from the last year include:

Top 10 dog breeds

1. Mixed breeds
2. Labrador retriever
3. Golden retriever
4. Goldendoodle
5. German shepherd
6. French bulldog
7. Yorkshire terrier
8. Siberian husky
9. Labradoodle
10. Chihuahua

Top 10 cat breeds

1. Mixed breed
2. Tabby
3. Maine coon
4. Siamese
5. Ragdoll
6. Bengal
7. Siberian
8. Sphynx
9. Persian
10. Russian blue

Top claims of 2022

Embrace Pet Insurance also covered the accidents and illnesses dogs and cats experienced the most in 2022 by highlighting the top insurance claims:

1. Vomiting
2. Diarrhea
3. Urinary tract infection
4. Weight loss
5. Otitis externa (ear infection)

"We have witnessed the pet insurance industry consistently grow and 2022 has been no exception," expressed Brian Macias, president of Embrace Pet Insurance, in the release. "When unexpected accidents and illnesses happen, a pet parent's focus should be on helping their pet get well, not worrying about the impact of medical expenses. That's why we're seeing so many more pet owners begin to understand the incredible value of pet insurance – it's peace of mind your pet is protected when they need it most."¹

Reference

Embrace Pet Insurance releases top pet names, breeds and claims of 2022. Embrace Pet Insurance. December 9, 2022. Accessed December 9, 2022. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/embrace-pet-insurance-releases-top-pet-names-breeds-and-claims-of-2022-301699250.html