Cat Masterson

When Charles Guerroro adopted Cat Masterson, he was determined to give her a name that was regal and grandiose. But his visions of kitty royalty quickly faded when he brought his rambunctious new pet home. "She would hide in the shadows, then jump out and ambush your ankles like a little hunter," said Charles. "She's feisty and fun and very down to earth."

He was inspired instead to name her after the 19th century gunslinger Bat Masterson, who eventually became a newspaperman in New York City – a dynamic persona he felt his cat resembled. "She had a very rough-and-tumble personality, but whenever I would sit down to write, she would curl up on my desk. The name is such a fit."

According to Charles, not many people are familiar with Bat Masterson, and are curious to know the story behind Cat's unusual name. They are even more intrigued when they learn that she has pet insurance. "People think it's strange that I have insurance for my cat, but I don't," said Charles. "I think it makes perfect sense. I love her and she's part of my family. I don't ever want to be in a position where I have to make choices about her health based on cost."

Charles Guerroro
VPI Policyholder Since 2001

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