Help With Vet Bills

Here are 5 more money saving tips to help you save on vet bills.  Everyday people are surprised by large vet bills.  Some people even think about having a fund raiser to pay for their pet’s expenses.  Don’t let this be you.  The best way to get help with vet bills is to prevent them.  

Tip #1

Remember that vet clinics set their fees by  what the average household income is in a 5 mile radius around the clinic.  If you live in a somewhat affluent suburban area, go for a drive to a more rural area, or an area of town where the incomes are lower.

Tip #2

Try to volunteer at the vet clinic.  Not only will this give you a great relationship with the staff, you can also usually get discounted items and services.

Tip #3

Contact your local vet school and see if they offer any discounted services.  If you don’t mind having a supervised vet student working on your pet, you can get a great deal.

Tip #4

Contact your local animal shelter.  They can be a good source for where you can find discounted vet services.

Tip #5

Try to do as much pet care yourself as you can.  Trim your pet nails and give them their vaccines.