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Smart Consumer: Don't blow the whole kitty on costly pet healthcare

Given how much we love our pets, it seems churlish to talk about how to cut the costs of their upkeep. After all, Buster, Felix and Roger the rabbit deserve nothing but the very best care for all the joy they bring to our lives.

Yet the pet product industry is a multi-billion industry worldwide and makes most of its money selling little extras for our animal companions.

Even when it comes to the essential stuff, mainly good healthcare, pets can be expensive to run.

According to the Dublin Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals (DSPCA), a typical dog can easily cost up to €1,000 a year to keep, with the average cat about half that.

But worse than that, the DSPCA says some owners have been skimping on basic care in recent times.

"Over the last number of years the Dublin SPCA rescue and rehoming centre has seen an increase in the number of owners who are contacting our centre looking for assistance about caring for their pets," says operations manager Orla Aungier.

"Unfortunately, we have seen a increase in the number of animals that we deal with who have not been provided with the necessary veterinary care."

1 So how often should I be taking my pet to the vet?

It's generally recommended that you take your pet to the vet at least once at year. Annual veterinary exams, which involve a thorough check-up of your pet's gums, teeth, heart, lungs and internal organs, can catch health problems early on and therefore save you a lot of time and money.

The vet will also provide annual boosters and flea/worming treatments.

You can also do your own weekly basic checks as part of a preventative regime, such as checking under fur for any lumps or cuts, and perhaps their ears and teeth.

2Well, that's just for normal, non-emergency healthcare, isn't it? What if my dog gets run over by a car?

The unexpected bill from a pet emergency can come as a shock to most owners. Fees can range from €80 to €120 for an emergency consultation in urban areas, and that doesn't include any medication and treatments that may be required.

This is because the cost of providing staff on call is very high for most practices, says Fionnuala Rogers, clinical director of the DSPCA's Vet Clinic.

"It is much more economical, where possible, to identify your pet's problem during clinic hours. "

Rogers also suggests phoning a practice and asking to speak to the practice nurse during the day if there is a concern, as they can often give first-aid advice over the phone.

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