Will A Pet Be The Most Expensive Christmas Present You Buy This Year?

Summary: A new pet at christmas may seem the perfect Christmas present but it can also become the most expensive. Many of us fail to understand the true cost of owning a pet and do not look at the potential time and expense if a pet suffers ill health. It has been estimated that 40 per cent of the cost of owning a dog goes towards unexpected vet's visits. Even routine treatments can cost many hundreds of pounds with more complex procedures running in to the thousands.

A new pet at christmas may seem the perfect Christmas present but it can also become the most expensive. Many of us fail to understand the true cost of owning a pet and do not look at the potential time and expense if a pet suffers ill health. It has been estimated that 40 per cent of the cost of owning a dog goes towards unexpected vet's visits. Even routine treatments can cost many hundreds of pounds with more complex procedures running in to the thousands. With almost half the UK's pets needing veterinary care each year, according to the Pet Health Council, Pet Insurance is a must How much will a vet charge? A pet is also definitely not just for Christmas. A cat typically can live for 14 to 15 years and a dog can live up to 13 years or more. Vet fees for treatment of common conditions include up to