There can be nothing more memorable than seeing the excitement on a young childs face on Christmas morning when they open one of their presents and out pops a cuddly puppy or a cute kitten. The UK’s reputation as a nation of pet lovers is never more evident at Christmas time, when tens of thousands of pets are welcomed into new homes.
But with only a few days left before the big day, you should consider the true cost of becoming the proud owner of a new dog, cat, gerbil, hamster, guinea pig, insert your own pet name here ….
Pets are a lifetime commitment and when you purchase one you should be prepared to care for it, for the span of it’s given life, and ensure it has all of it’s “creature” needs attended too. Responsible ownership begins the moment you choose your new addition to your family.
So being prepared for the unexpected is something to consider now.
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Although your pet may be extremely healthy, at some stage during your its lifetime, there is a high chance it will be ill, injured or involved in an accident and need to see a vet. And any visit will almost certainly be accompanied by a hefty vet bill.
Did you know :-
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<li>Treatment for road accidents can cost £3000</li>
<li>Removal of an abscess can cost upto £500</li>
<li>MRI scans tend to cost around £1,000</li>
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It is easy to think that your pet will never need the services of a vet, but almost one in three pets needs veterinary care each year. But despite the substantial sums of money involved, just 15% of UK pets are covered by pet insurance.
<strong>Insurance Cover for Your Pet </strong>
Pet insurance can be a life saver when it comes to paying vet bills. Some of the best policies cover fees for x-rays, surgery and hospitalisation as a result of an accident or illness. And don’t forget the third party insurance that could cover you for legal fees if your pet is involved in an accident or attacks someone.
Pet insurance policies vary from one insurer to the next so it is extremely important to read the small print carefully before you commit. Check to see exactly what you are covered for and if there any exclusions or policy payout limits. Policies usually exclude the cost of routine vaccinations, flea control and worming, spaying and castration costs.
You will find that some insurers will cover your pet for their entire lifetime, but to a maximum annual limit – so again make yourself aware of the policy details.
So if you are going to introduce a new pet to your household this Christmas consider buying <a href=”http://www.healthy-pets.co.uk”>pet insurance</a> right from the outset and give yourself peace of mind knowing your pet is covered.
