50% of pet owners adjust pet wellbeing due to cost of living crisis, with 21.5% reducing check-ups and 13% forgoing essential treatments.
A Southern Highlands vet discusses the impact of the cost of living crisis on pet owners' ability to pay for their pets' care. Research by Pet Insurance Australia reveals that over 50% of pet owners are adjusting their pet's wellbeing due to financial pressure, with 21.5% reducing regular check-ups and 13% forgoing essential treatments for fleas, ticks, and worms. This trend is concerning, particularly during an extended tick season.
May 20, 2024
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