Ways that Pet Parents Can Save Money on Their Furry Family Members

Pet owners around St. Charles and the U.S. celebrated National Pet Day on April 11. This day was created to celebrate our furry family members and bring attention to bring awareness to the many animals in shelters who are hoping for a forever home. Founder Colleen Paige, celebrity pet lifestyle expert and animal welfare advocate, encourages interested pet parents to visit local shelters before they purchase a pet from a breeder. Either way, being a pet parent is expensive, but there are ways that you can save money on your pets. Here are some tips to keep in mind!

• Inquire with friends and family members about veterinarians who are reasonably priced. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for discounts, as some veterinary clinics have been known to offer a discount on the total balance if you pay in full.

• Visit places like Petsmart and PetCo on the weekends when pet food retailers often are handing out coupons for food. You can also check-out websites like RetailMeNot.com for online coupon codes if you shop at places like PetCareRx, Amazon, and other online retailers that sell pet products.

• Save money for an emergency! While we never want to think about our pets getting sick or having an accident, should the unthinkable happen, you will be happy you have set aside some money just in case.

• Invest in training your pet! Pets who come when they are called are less likely to have an accident with a car, or get into things in your house or in the yard that they shouldn’t.

• Schedule routine veterinary visits and keep up with preventative care. It may seem expensive in the short-term, but these visits could save you a lot of money down the line.

• Choose high-quality pet foods for your pet. Cheaper pet food is a lot like fast food with humans; it might taste great to them, but it’s less nutritious and filling, and it could lead to allergies, digestive problems or other health issues.

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