Did you know certain breeds of dogs are blacklisted by insurance companies? Read this article before you buy a dog or before you buy homeowners insurance, if you already have a dog. For example:

"During a pre-screening interview for homeowners insurance, Michael Richbourg of Atlanta was asked if he owned any dogs. He said he had two mixed breeds. He wasn't sure what kind, but one appeared to be mostly schipperke (pronounced, skipper-kee).

Hearing the breed, the agent quietly replied that he was unable to process Richbourg's application further."  Read the article to find out what to do if this happens to you.