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Budget · April 28, 2023

How to Budget for a Pet

Pets are amazing, and many people who have them would never be without at least one animal companion in their home. Yet there are many things to think about when you have a pet or ideally before you commit to getting a pet. One thing that is vital to consider is that they can cost a lot, so you’ll need to make sure you can budget well enough to be able to give them everything they need. With that in mind, here are some of the things you’ll need to think about when you’re budgeting for a pet.

Initial Costs

No matter what kind of pet you choose, there will be some initial costs to think about and plan for before they can become part of your family. This might include their actual sale costs or adoption fees, and you’ll need to buy any necessary equipment to make sure they can settle in well. This might be cages or aquariums, crates, toys, and certainly bedding and food.

Something else to think about is that you might have to pet-proof your home before you can have any kind of animal. This might include expensive things like new fencing around your backyard. Do an assessment of what’s needed and add up the costs to make sure you can afford it.

Vet Care

Pets, just like humans, will get sick from time to time, and they’ll need to be taken to a great vet like ortinganimalhospital.com. Depending on what the issue is, this can cost a fair amount of money, and it’s something you’ll want to budget for. Many people choose to get pet insurance to help cover the costs of anything major, like an accident that results in broken bones, for example.

As well as emergency vet visits, it’s a good idea to take your animal for an annual checkup. This won’t cost as much as emergency treatment, and it can catch diseases early on to help your pet live longer and more healthily. You’ll also get great advice about how to take care of your pet and what they need. Therefore, this is something else to add to the budget because it’s crucial to keep on top of your pet’s health.

Food and Treats

The cost of food (and treats, which you will likely want to give to your pet) can quickly add up, and if you’re not prepared for the cost, it can be a surprise. If you have a large animal like a dog or you have more than one pet, it’s going to be an even bigger cost to have to deal with. Plus, some animals need special food for their dietary conditions. Although you might not know this until you already have the animal, it’s worth putting a contingency into the budget for food just in case.

You can save money on pet food by buying cheaper versions, but this might not have all the nutrients your animal needs, and it could mean they aren’t as healthy or happy as they would be if you chose better quality food, so this needs to be something you make a sensible decision about early on.

 

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