12/12/2025
Take a look at this - the actual cost of pet care vs what most people *expect* to pay over time. Vastly different!
Pet insurance is definitely worth looking into for this reason. Some companies help you cover wellness visits and medication too. Less than 5% of our clients have pet insurance.
Our supplies increase by 7-10% annually, and in 2024 our clinic paid $20,000 in credit card fees alone (because we have chosen not to charge our clients additional fees to cover that cost). Add to that payroll and team benefits, which I always wish could be more robust because my team deserves it!
In 2026, consider checking into pet insurance or at least adding a pet care category to your budget so you are ready for whatever life throws at you (like your dog swallows a screw or your cat spills hot liquid all over themselves)! IYKYK! 💰🐾
Most pet owners expect to spend about $8K on a dog.
In reality, lifetime care can reach $60K.💰
That difference impacts how clients think about emergencies, specialty recommendations, and even routine care. Nearly half of owners say unexpected expenses create financial concern in 2025.
The 2025 Pet Lifetime of Care Study shows the reality gap in expectations and why proactive conversations about cost and planning help clients make informed decisions.
🔗 Read the full study in Trends (sponsored by CareCredit): https://hubs.li/Q03Xwc1k0
💬 What cost surprises do you hear most often from clients?
