Pet Health News Younger Pet Owners Are Spending The Most On Their Four Legged Friends, Study Finds

Rising pet care costs find many owners unprepared, study shows

8 in 10 people underestimate the cost of owning a pet over its lifetime. The cost of owning a dog has gone up 11.65%, and 19.4% for cats. The number of cat adoptions has gone up exponentially from 30% ... Read More

Prescription medication costs are adding up for pet owners

Pets bring joy and companionship to two-thirds of U.S. households. But that benefit may not extend to their owners’ wallets. Just like humans, these canine and feline friends need medical care. In a ... Read More

New Synchrony Study Finds Nearly 8 out of 10 Pet Owners Underestimate the Cost of Care, Reaching Up to $61,000 During a Pet's Lifetime

Lifetime of Care Costs Continue to Rise From 2022 Findings — Up More Than 10% For Dogs and Nearly 20% For Cats 2025 Study Adds Data on Small Companion Animals, Also Called "Pocket Pets" Experience the ... Read More

Pet Care Spending Soars Past $150 Billion: CitizenShipper’s 2025 Pet Ownership Cost Report Reveals Hidden Expenses

Rising pet care costs. Hidden pet transport expenses revealed. CitizenShipper’s data-driven report empowers pet owners—and the industry—with critical insights. With total U.S. pet industry ... Read More

Here are the states with the most devoted pet owners — where does yours rank?

Alaska, Kansas, and Wyoming have America’s most adventurous pets, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 cat and dog owners, with 100 in each of the 50 states, explored the unique ins and outs ... Read More

That's a lot of scratch: More pet owners spring for insurance as vet costs climb

Wilson was always “an expensive cat,” Jenn Thoman said. “He was just one big pre-existing condition.” Thoman, of the Philadelphia area, wound up going into debt for Wilson. Two of his health scares ... Read More

Surprising Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

Owning a pet is more than just having a companion at home. It’s an investment in your well-being. Pets have a remarkable ability to brighten our days, comfort us during tough times, and even improve ... Read More