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Veterinary expenses have increased exponentially over the years due to improvements in diagnostics and treatments for dogs. Many of the same treatments used on humans are used on pets at the vet clinic.
However, improvements in veterinary healthcare are not free. Many pet parents don't realize just how much many treatments can cost for their furry loved ones. To give you an example here is a list of the most common dog ailments and the average cost to treat them...
Torn knee ligament/cartilage: $1,500 - $5,000+
Hip dysplasia: $1,250 - $5,000+
Cancer: $2,000 - $15,000+
Intestinal: $500 - $3,000+
Intervertebral disc disease: $1,000 - $2,500+
Broken leg: $500 - $2,000+
Ear and throat: $1,000 - $5,000
Many pet parents aren't aware how expensive and common major treatments can be. The problem is that when Fluffy does have a problem you have no choice but to dig into savings or worse yet rack up credit card bills. However, pet insurance is a great way to minimize these costs and ensure that your furry loved one gets the best treatment possible without breaking your bank!
Here are some resources to learn more about pet insurance so you can determine if its right for you and what option is the best for your dog.
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However, improvements in veterinary healthcare are not free. Many pet parents don't realize just how much many treatments can cost for their furry loved ones. To give you an example here is a list of the most common dog ailments and the average cost to treat them...
Torn knee ligament/cartilage: $1,500 - $5,000+
Hip dysplasia: $1,250 - $5,000+
Cancer: $2,000 - $15,000+
Intestinal: $500 - $3,000+
Intervertebral disc disease: $1,000 - $2,500+
Broken leg: $500 - $2,000+
Ear and throat: $1,000 - $5,000
Many pet parents aren't aware how expensive and common major treatments can be. The problem is that when Fluffy does have a problem you have no choice but to dig into savings or worse yet rack up credit card bills. However, pet insurance is a great way to minimize these costs and ensure that your furry loved one gets the best treatment possible without breaking your bank!
Here are some resources to learn more about pet insurance so you can determine if its right for you and what option is the best for your dog.
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