Summer Can Be A Pet Care Cost Nightmare! - Are You Prepared?

Taking Care of Pets - Especially Dogs & Cats? They Become Part of Your Family & are often a Cost that is Underestimated!

The Summer months add additional risks for your pet to get sick or injured! They're out and about more and exposed to far more dangers than when they were cooped up during the Winter months. What happens? Much like when a child is sick or injured, you rush your pet to get the proper care - A Vet that can be expensive and will impact on your family budget!

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Who Owns Pets?  - "It's estimated that 70-80 million dogs and 74-96 million cats are owned in the United States. Approximately 37-47% of all households in the

United States have a dog, and 30-37% have a cat." (Source: APPA)

The Cost of Pet Care! Oh My - “Understanding the cost of veterinary care is an important part of making a decision about purchasing pet health insurance. According to Wallet Hub, dog owners spend an estimated $235 – $776 per year on veterinary care, and cat owners spend $160-$564. While lifespans vary, that can equate to around $10,000 over the course of your pet’s life!” Family Pet Blog – 2016

What About Pet Insurance? Is insurance the answer? This article provides some insights, "When people ask me that question my answer is always the same: It depends. Buying pet insurance is both an economic and an emotional decision that needs to be based on your personal financial situation and what you’re willing to pay for peace of mind.” The article continued, ““It’s a way to manage risk,” Biniasz says. “If you look at any form of insurance and try to run the numbers, you’re going to find that most people are not going to get back what they pay in premiums. But the people who do are happy they made the investment.” Brett Weisman – ConsumerMan on NBC

Pet Insurance Plans as a Voluntary Employee Benefit? Employers - and Brokers - need to take a close look at Pet Insurance and Pet Care related products as a #voluntarybenefit to satisfy the wants and needs of their Employees - Especially Millennials! A recent article titled "Pet Insurance popular with millennials who see animals as family" in Employee Benefit Advisor, by Caroline Spiezle notes, "As the rates of millennials adopting pets and entering the workforce continues to rise, the demand for pet-focused perks will rise as well. And there’s room for such growth. More than 90% of pet owners do not have insurance."

My Thoughts - Its better to plan ahead for the cost of your Pet's Care than to be taken by surprise. As with any part of your family, you don't want your Pet Care decisions to be made based on cost! 

As with humans, prevention is critical for your Pets! Here are some pointers (assuming dogs & cats): 

~ Feed them healthy foods in moderation

~ Watch their weight

~ Provide them excersize

~ Fence or Contain your yard - don't let them run wild

~ Check them for ticks and flees

~ Provide them a flea collar 

~ Bath and inspect your pet

~ Don't leave them in a hot house, car or truck

~ Provide them with sources of fresh water

~ Don't let them drink from questionable lakes and streams

~ Show them lots of affection!

Have a Fun, Safe & Affordable Summer and beyond for your Pets, Your Family, and Yourself - Enjoy! 

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