By Gen Wright
 We all love our pets they provide us with company, entertainment, loyalty and love. Indeed some would argue that they give us more affection than our 'other half'! So it's a bit of a mystery as to why so many of us take a chance and don't protect our pet and ourselves against eventualities such as our pet being sick or having an accident. And what would happen if we had to cancel our holiday because they were ill? Or if we ourselves had to go to hospital?
Before getting a pet people always weigh up the financial implications in terms of 'sustaining' the animal how much it will cost to feed, cost of vaccinations and toys, but it is seldom acknowledged that pets get into accidents and contract diseases, which unfortunately can cost quite a lot of money in vets bills. A rabbit with dental problems can cost over 200 to treat, while a dog with a skin condition can cost over 500. When you add up the cost of anaesthetic, x-rays, surgery, medication, hospitalisation |
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