How to pamper your pooch without blowing your budget

Smart shoppers know how to save money on pets and where they can safely trim costs. Here, we offer tips for lowering costs.

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When the vet prescribes meds, it’s to help heal whatever is wrong under that fur coat.

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It’s advised to insure a young pet; later, a pre-existing condition may prevent coverage.

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If you are home to walk your pooch, you can save a bundle. Professional dog walkers can get pricey.

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It’s generally more affordable to adopt from a shelter or rescue organization than to buy a pet from a breeder or pet store.

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How to pamper your pooch without blowing your budget

Smart shoppers know how to save money on pets and where they can safely trim costs. Here, we offer tips for lowering costs.

When the vet prescribes meds, it’s to help heal whatever is wrong under that fur coat.

Buying Pet Medicines Online

It’s advised to insure a young pet; later, a pre-existing condition may prevent coverage.

Keeping Up with Vet Appointments

If you are home to walk your pooch, you can save a bundle. Professional dog walkers can get pricey.

Walking Your Pet Yourself

It’s generally more affordable to adopt from a shelter or rescue organization than to buy a pet from a breeder or pet store.

Adopting Instead of Buying

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