Cutting Pet Care Costs

Unfortunately the down turn in the economy has trickled down to companion animals. There are numerous stories from around the country detailing the number of people abandoning pets because of the costs.

It is always helpful to find ways to help cut costs and the blog over at the ASPCA has some great tips. The full article is here, but below are some of the tips they mention:

1. Go to the Vet!
“A number-one money-saver is preventative veterinary care,” says Dr. Z. Annual veterinary exams can catch health crises early on and can save you a lot of time and money.
2. Give Your Pet Regular Check-Ups
3. Vaccinate Wisely
Not all vaccinations are necessarily required
4. Spay/Neuter Your Pets
5. Invest in Training
A well trained dog is in fewer accidents
6. Consider Pet Insurance
7. Save Up for the Future
8. Serve Healthy Food in Moderate Portions
Cheaper foods will cost you in the long run
9. Shop Around
10. Groom Your Pets at Home