Posts Tagged: Pet Wellness Plans

Most pet owners wouldn’t hesitate to bring their pets to the veterinarian when they’re sick or injured, but did you know that bringing your pet in for regular checkups is just as important?

It can be easy to skip your annual visit to the veterinarian, especially if your pet seems healthy. However, there’s so much more to pet wellness than meets the eye. These annual exams are one of the best investments you can make in your pet’s future.

If your pet was injured and needed emergency hospitalization to survive, could you afford to have them treated? Today, advances in veterinary science have afforded pet owners and pets a very high level of care, but it comes at a price. Estimates show that pet care costs average $1800 per year, which can put a significant financial strain on many families. 

Of course pet owners want to take the very best care of their furry friends – they’re members of the family, after all! This is where pet insurance comes in. Just as human health insurance is designed to offset our own health care costs, pet insurance can ease the burden of an unexpected injury or illness in our pets. But, is it worth it? Bowman Veterinary Hospital explores.