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Hitting an Animal: Is It a Comprehensive or Collision Claim?

November 4th, 2025

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By Mark Rodgers

Most people assume that hitting a deer or another animal is automatically a comprehensive claim—but here’s the surprise: it could actually be classified as a collision claim! Let’s break down the difference so you know what to expect if this happens to you.

✔️ Comprehensive claims: Cover accidents with wildlife, like deer or other large animals.
✔️ Collision claims: Apply if you hit a domestic animal or swerve to avoid an animal and hit something else.
✔️ Why it matters: Understand how these classifications affect your coverage and deductible.

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