Pets are often a senior’s best friend. Considered no less than a part of the family, pets of all kinds have found their way into the heart of people everywhere. Just like children, pets need regular care and maintenance to remain healthy and fit. That care can be expensive, so knowing these ways to save can be helpful.
Order Meds and Supplies Online
Most pet owners know medications purchased directly from the vet come with a hefty price tag. Unless it's an emergency, request the prescription information and shop online at sites like 1800PetMeds.com. Products such as heartworm and flee medications and treatments can be snapped up for far less than what the vet offers.
Invest in Quality Food
Although a bit more costly upfront, at the end of the day, purchasing quality food for your pet will lead to significant savings on vet bills. Also consider buying larger quantities (15lb. bag of dog food versus a 5lb bag) which will save money in the long run. Pet stores such as Petco and Petsmart offers rewards cards and coupons for regular purchases.
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance may seem a bit silly, but for carriers, not so much. $50.8 billion on their pets last year, up from $10.1 billion just four years earlier. Like health insurance for humans, a good pet insurance policy can offset huge amounts of financial liability should your beloved friend get injured or become ill. This is especially true as your pet ages. Visit www.healthypawspetinsurance.com to get more information.
Use Clinics
Vaccinations can get costly for pets if you have them done by the vet. There are many vaccination clinics that offer shots at a faction of the cost. These clinics are often open on the weekends, including Sundays.
Exercise Your Pet
Fitness, exercise and engagement with owners help sustain a balanced and stress-free lifestyle for pets, leading to longer and healthy lives. Pets need interaction with other animals to socialize and learn domesticated behaviors. Dog parks are a great way to socialize Sparky and also make a few friends of your own.
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