Pinching Pennies For Pet Healthcare

Bayer Animal Health has reported that within the past year, 35% of pet owners have cut costs on personal and lifestyle items to afford their pet’s healthcare. This includes cutting expenses for clothing, beauty products and home accessories. Just how much would you have to give up to cover an unexpected veterinary bill for your pet?

Ear Infection
Average Cost: $103
Personal Cost: Dinner for Two at a Nice Restaurant

Urinary Tract Infection
Average Cost: $206
Personal Cost: Five Trips for Two to the Movie Theater

Gastritis/Vomiting
Average Cost: $247
Personal Cost: Summer Clothes for the Kids

Pneumonia
Average Cost: $284
Personal Cost: New Curtains for the Living Room

ACL Surgery
Average Cost: $1,895
Personal Cost: Week Long Stay at the Beach

Play it safe and consider pet insurance instead!