Who'd have thought a cost of living crisis would impact our furry friends? Understandably, the anticipated surge in everyday costs has proven to be incredibly worrying for pet owners across the UK. Out of 4,000 UK adults, 78% of pet owners will be impacted by the recession, and 68% expressed concern according to the the RSPCA posted a YouGov survey. Amidst this worry, here are tips to make life with your pet easier.
1. Understand your pet's food
Sometimes, the most expensive pet food is not always the best for your pet. In some cases, the price reduction often equates to the amount of unneeded junk that can be included in the food. To combat this, consider the range of food and be open to balancing cheap foods with luxury foods. It is about consistency and slowly changing your pet's diet.
Before you change the food, speak to your vet.
2. Manage essential care
Getting your pet groomed is, without a doubt, expensive. Most owners already have a grooming plan for their pet; however, they consider it a luxury than a necessity. A DIY approach will always be cheaper than a professional groomer. If that is inconvenient, manage by setting dates, so there are no surprises. Preventable problems like flea treatment for dogs should ideally be dealt with before it occurs; keeping a routine provides health security and financial stability.
3. Make the change slowly
The change can be daunting for you and your pets, and the drastic change can be heavily influential. The importance is knowing that slow change is for the best. You can change the routine slightly to make it the new normal, for example, adding cheaper brands of food in small doses to your pet's dinner or giving treats with proper reasoning. This slowly develops the change into becoming the expected.
4. Find insurance rates suitable for you
Explore insurance plans and acknowledge the details and what the premiums are. Insurance plans vary; some cover overseas travel, whilst some support the no-upper age limit policy. Be aware of policies with limitations and remember that pre-existing conditions may not be covered. Remember that the insurance intention is to keep unexpected medical surprises from becoming unexpected stress.
5. They care about you - above all
It is important to know that you are making these changes in your pet's interest. Your company and the essentials for everyday living are usually (and should be) enough. Keep the cycle and consistency.
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