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EPISODE · Mar 8, 2026 · 3 MIN

Rising pet costs and how to save money

from Sunrise · host LiSTNR

Pet ownership costs are rising significantly, with one in five pet owners spending around $2,000 on unexpected expenses in the past year according to Gap Only Pet Insurance research. Veterinary telehealth services have emerged as a cost-effective solution, with two-thirds of calls to live vet services not requiring emergency appointments. Early intervention, preventative care, maintaining healthy pet weight, and considering adoption are key strategies to reduce pet care expenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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