Insurance Industry Reports Surge in Dog-Related Injury Claims in 2025
The insurance industry has reported a significant increase in dog-related injury claims in 2025, with insurers paying out $1.86 billion, marking an 18.6 percent rise from the previous year. According to research by Triple-I and State Farm, the total number of dog-bite and related claims reached 28,450, representing a more than 25 percent increase from 2024 and a 57 percent rise over the past decade. Despite a decrease in the average cost per claim to $65,450, costs have risen by 97 percent over the past decade. California and Florida saw the highest number of claims, while New York recorded the highest average cost per claim. The American Veterinary Medical Association notes that 45 percent of U.S. homes include at least one dog, contributing to the prevalence of dog bites, which remain a serious public health concern. 
