How to Save Money on Pets
I love the animals we have. I love animals in general and have had pets all my life. However, for those individuals who have an allergy problem related to a particular animals’ fur for instance, would have to reconsider about owning a furry pet. Pets can cost a pretty penny to upkeep and maintain. Especially depending on the type of animal such as its breed and size; for instance, a single small terrier dog breed will require less maintenance, lower vet bills, and less amount of food and water consumption versus a larger mastiff sized dog breed. You also need to factor in pet insurance into the saving money on pets equation.
Typically the smaller the animal such as a love bird, parakeet, Persian cat, Ragdoll cat, Siamese cat, and small dog breeds such as the beagle, toy poodle, and Yorkshire Terriers tend to require a cheaper and more affordable pet insurance rate. Now if you decide to own a larger breed of animal for your pet choice such as the; Savannah cat, Bengal cat, British Shorthair cat, large parrots and Macaws, and popular large dog breeds such as the; German Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Doberman Pinscher, and Labrador Retriever, then be prepared to spend more on pet insurance while paying a higher insurance rate for your pet compared to a pet owner who owns a smaller species of animal.
That Labrador Retriever puppy or Golden Retriever puppy in the window looks cute and all, however a larger dog breed is usually more expensive up front with the initial costs, along with more expensive food, toys, and similar pet supplies not to mention higher monthly vet bills. Also, long furred animals would require more grooming supplies and costs compared to a short haired pet. If you are a pet lover and want to save as much money as you possibly can, consider investing in a smaller breed of cat, bird, or dog, or even consider breeding your own cats, birds, or dogs, so you wouldn’t have to go to another breeder and purchase one of their pet animals.
