So, you’ve become a pet parent. Congratulations!
We know how much love + snuggles (and did we mention hair?) your new furry friend can bring… And if the pandemic taught us anything, it’s just how precious our animal companions really are. They kept us company, and they are members of our family. And as such, we spare no expense to keep them happy and healthy. There’s just one problem with that — veterinary care (especially of the emergency variety) can be insanely expensive — so expensive that it can wreck even the most thoughtful of household budgets.
Enter pet insurance.
You’ve probably heard of it before. Maybe your vet even gave you a “free month” when you first took your pet in for their initial shots. But if that’s expired, it’s time to investigate a policy that can offer you the peace of mind you need, should something major go wrong.
Depending on the type of policy you choose, pet insurance coverage can include accidents, illnesses, hereditary conditions, dental disease, and behavioral issues.
And the younger you get your pet enrolled, the better. Why? Because pre-existing conditions won’t be covered, and the younger your pup or kitten is when you sign them up, the less likely it is for those to derail your plans. At HerMoney this week, writer Rebecca Jones breaks down the best ways to get your pet covered, ASAP.
And if you’re curious just how much you can expect to spend every year, we’ve got a complete breakdown here, including upfront and long-term costs. (And if lately it’s seemed like everyone on your street is bringing home a new fluffy baby — it’s not your imagination.
According to the North American Pet Insurance Association nearly 1 in 3 Americans adopted a pet during the pandemic, and 67% of US households currently own a pet. Now that’s a whole lot of love.)
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