Five savvy cost-cutting tips to beat the cost of living if you’re a pet owner
PET owners are feeling the pinch in the cost of living crisis.
Animal shelters have reported a rise in the number of families giving up dogs and cats due to money problems.
Here’s how you can cut costs while still giving pets the love and care they deserve.
RICH SWITCH: Head to trolley.co.uk to find the best deals on pet food.
A 40-pouch box of Pedigree dog food was £13 from Iceland, but £14.20 from Morrisons.
For cat litter, Asda’s Just Essentials is the cheapest of all supermarkets at £1.85 for 10kg.
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TRIM THE COST: Groomer trips average at £43 or £258 per year, according to Vouchers.co.uk.
Try DIY grooming by regular brushing, cleaning around their eyes, trimming and occasional baths.
Check the General Pet Grooming and Go Groomer channels on YouTube for tips on your specific breed’s coat.
PUP-CYCLE IT: Save money and repurpose your household items.
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Turn an old duvet into bedding and pups love old tennis balls stuffed into a sock.
Check out battersea.org.uk, for home-made treats from leftover cupboard staples.
FLEA SAVVY: It’s usually cheaper to pay for flea and worm treatments by buying a prescription from the vet and then ordering online.
Some vets charge around £83 for a six-month supply of Advocate flea treatment.
From Pet Drugs Online, a six-pack costs £23.45, so after the prescription cost you save £35.
Weigh this up against any pay-monthly schemes your vet offers.
PET PAWLY?: Apps like PocketVet allow you to speak to a vet for £14.99.
You may be eligible for free or low-cost treatment from the PDSA, Blue Cross or RSPCA clinics if you receive certain benefits, such Universal Credit for housing.
The PDSA has a free symptom checker at bit.ly/3bDOBo8.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability.
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