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'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 US pet owners as the average lifetime cost of caring for cats and dogs exceeds $30K — is raising pets only for the rich?

A 2025 survey commissioned by MetLife found 1 in 7 (15%) of U.S. pet owners experience “pet poverty,” struggling to pay for both their own basic needs and pet care. (1) Furthermore, 1 in 5 (22%) carry ... Read More

Rising Cost of Pet Care Show Why Pet Insurance Matters

Since 2021, pet services costs have increased 24%, which puts more financial strain on employees who are pet owners. Brokers can use pet insurance as a way to offset some of these costs for their ... Read More

Pumpkin Launches "Pet Health Predictor" to Help Pet Parents Get Ahead of Potential Medical Issues and Plan for Veterinary Bills

With the launch of the Pet Health Predictor, pet parents will be better equipped to financially plan -- and proactively care -- for the dogs and cats they love, furthering Pumpkin's mission to help ... Read More

The Best Pet Insurance in Georgia 2025

Pets Best is our highest-rated pet insurer in Georgia because of its below-average rates and coverage features, like a direct-to-vet payment option. Pet insurance in Georgia costs an average of $37 a ... Read More

Beyond health benefits: Pet benefits expansion reflects changing culture

As pets become more prominent in employees' lives, some employers are actually extending bereavement leave for the loss of fur babies. Read More

Prescription medication costs are adding up for pet owners

GoodRx reports 44% of pet owners face prescription costs straining their budgets, with many delaying care due to expenses. Read More

How Does Pet Insurance Work? A Financial Safety Net for Your Pet’s Medical Costs

Understanding how pet insurance works will help you avoid surprises Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side Amy Danise is the staff Senior Insurance Editor for Buy Side. She has helped ... Read More

Does Pet Insurance Cover Prescription Food?

Find out which pet insurance providers cover prescription food in case your vet prescribes it for one of your pet’s health conditions. Read More

BMO Insurance and Trupanion Join Forces to Bring Simple, Trusted Pet Insurance to More Canadians

TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BMO Insurance and Trupanion, the leading provider of medical insurance for cats and dogs in Canada, are partnering to expand access to trusted, high-quality ... Read More

'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 pet owners as lifetime cost of cats and dogs exceeds $30K — are pets now only for the rich?

A 2025 survey commissioned by MetLife found 1 in 7 (15%) of U.S. pet owners experience “pet poverty,” struggling to pay for both their own basic needs and pet care. (1) Furthermore, 1 in 5 (22%) carry ... Read More

'Pet poverty' strikes 1 in 7 pet owners as lifetime cost of cats and dogs exceeds $30K — are pets now only for the rich?

Many Americans know that caring for a pet isn't cheap, but just how expensive it is can still be surprising to some. A 2025 survey commissioned by MetLife found 1 in 7 (15%) of U.S. pet owners ... Read More