We all know that pets are more than just pets. They’re our family. But families cost money, and pets are no exception.
So, how expensive is a pet really? The average cost of owning a dog is around $1,400 per year. The average cost of owning a cat is around $1,200 per year.
Fortunately, there are ways to save on your fur baby’s care. But before you make any changes to your spending habits, it’s important to understand what types of costs to expect when owning a pet. Use the calculator below to see some illustrative examples of how pet insurance may be able to help.
See the Potential Savings With MetLife Pet Insurance1
Illnesses
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Skin Allergies
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Growth or Tumor
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Heart Disease
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Diabetes
Accidents
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Broken Bone
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Severe Trauma (vehicular)
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Poisoning
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Cruciate Ligament Tear
Preventive
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Dental Cleaning
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Spay or Neuter
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Vaccination
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Parasite Prevention
We can help handle the vet bill.
You handle the belly rubs.