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How much do you know about the rising cost of pet care?

Correct! A 2024 survey by USA TODAY Blueprint shows more than half of dog owners (55%) have delayed or cut back on veterinary services in order to keep up with pet costs.1

Incorrect. A 2024 survey by USA TODAY Blueprint shows more than half of dog owners (55%) have delayed or cut back on veterinary services in order to keep up with pet costs.1

Correct! The cost of veterinary services increased by 64.4% from 2014 to 2024, reflecting significant growth in the expenses associated with pet healthcare.2

Incorrect. The cost of veterinary services increased by 64.4% from 2014 to 2024, reflecting significant growth in the expenses associated with pet healthcare.2

Correct! According the AVMA, there are approximately 163 million dogs and cats in the United States in 2024.3 NAPHIA reported in 2024 that only 3% of the population are insured.4

Incorrect. According the AVMA, there are approximately 163 million dogs and cats in the United States in 2024.3 NAPHIA reported in 2024 that only 3% of the population are insured.4

Correct! Nearly two-thirds (63%) of pet owners said they would have difficulty paying a surprise vet bill amid inflation, according to a Forbes Advisor survey on pet costs and inflation. 5

Incorrect. Nearly two-thirds (63%) of pet owners said they would have difficulty paying a surprise vet bill amid inflation, according to a Forbes Advisor survey on pet costs and inflation. 5

Correct! According to a MarketWatch Guide 2024 survey, 81% of pet owners believed that pet insurance was worth it, and 74% gave their pet insurance provider either four or five stars for overall satisfaction.6

Incorrect. According to a MarketWatch Guide 2024 survey, 81% of pet owners believed that pet insurance was worth it, and 74% gave their pet insurance provider either four or five stars for overall satisfaction.6