This Is How Much Americans Spend On Their Pets Over The Course Of Their Lifetime

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While dogs and cats are loving and adorable, there’s one thing future pet owners need to realize – they don’t come cheap. 

A new survey finds:

• Before bringing a pet home, the typical pet owner will spend $176 right off the bat for supplies and adoption fees.
• Then they’ll likely spend another $111 month on their furbabies.
• This of course can prove quite expensive, translating to $13,320 over 10 years, which is the average lifespan of most dogs and cats.

And pets aren’t just a financial burden, they can also add a lot of anxiety and worry to pet owners’ lives.

• Owners' biggest concerns about their pets include:
• That their pet will get hurt (46%)
• That their pet will get sick (45%)
• That their pet is unhappy (33%)
• That their pet will get lost (31%)
• That their pet will hurt someone (26%) 

Source: SWNS Digital

Thought Starters…

• Since most people spoil their pets rotten, that amount of money sounds quite low…
• How much would you say you spend on your pet a month? What is your biggest expense regarding your pet? Do you think it’s worth it?
• Did you ever regret getting your dog or cat because of the cost?
• What are your biggest worries regarding your pet?