Pet Insurance Can Offer Peace of Mind in a Strained Economy

Pet health care still ranks important when money is tight.

Seattle, WA (Vocus) August 9, 2010

Despite the economic downturn, spending on pets continues to increase, and veterinary care is at the top of the list. Pet owners are looking for ways to ease the financial burden of high veterinary bills, and are increasingly turning to pet insurance. Trupanion, a pet insurance company, has doubled in size each year for the last three years, as many pet owners start seeing pet health coverage as a necessity rather than a perk. Pet owners are looking for a simple plan that covers everything – accident, illness, medication, and lab work – and are finding it at Trupanion. Read more

CVMF Advises on How to Save Money on Veterinary Bills

The most common causes for vet visits and how to avoid them.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) May 27, 2009 — Avoiding common diseases in pets is not only possible but by being proactive, you can save a great deal of money in medical expenses, says leading veterinarian Dr. Arnold Goldman, president of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Foundation (www.petsafetyct.org) and director of the Connecticut State Animal Response Team. Read more

How To Care For Your Dog’s Feet And Save On Vet Bills Down The Line

Even though it may be an obvious fact, dogs have four feet. These four feet have no protection. As the caregivers for our companions, we need to take special care of our pets feet to ensure their pads do not become overcalloused or tender.

Be careful not to overexercise your pet, ensuring that they do not get blisters or split pads. Exercise should start slowly and increase gradually. It is not a wise idea to exercise your dog by forcing it to run alongside a bicycle or car, as you cannot readily check for exaustion or foot problems. Your exercise program should end by checking the condition of your pets feet. Read more

Focus on Preventive Care to Save on Your Dog’s Vet Bill

According to the APPA National Pet Owners Survey, the U.S. spent a total of $10.1 billion on vet care in 2007.   For the average dog, estimated annual vet expenses were about $670 in 2007. 

Don’t worry though!  There are ways you can reduce the cost of your dog’s veterinary care such as focusing on preventive care:

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How To Save on Rising Pet Costs

There are ways to cut corners on the costs associated with being a dog owner.  Believe it or not, you can save on your dog’s food, healthcare, insurance, as well as find ways to get discounts!

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