Living through the credit crunch is difficult enough, but when you have pets which rely on you for nourishment, shelter and medical attention, every little bit helps.
It’s a shame that many animals are given up or abandoned every day, as pet lovers struggle to cope with today’s financial climate.
This is extremely thorny for animal charities who have look after animals when money is in short supply, living off on donations to keep their pets in good health.
Here are a few points which should help make looking after a animal on a tight budget more manageable:
1. Consider every animal cost? Do you need that branded pet food or product? Easier said than done, bring pets up with variety, both dry and wet, as well as different brands and flavours. Keep an eye on special deals. You can stock up. Consider vouchers, search on the net for some good deals. Buy based on price per pound / Kg, as sometimes, principally with promotions, the smaller pack can be more economical.
2. Is it possible that you can club together to buy feed and bedding in bulk, reducing the overall price and passing on savings to all.
3. Veterinary bills are unknown but still have to be considered. If money’s a little tight, you may find a lot of Vets will allow you to spread the cost, and pay monthly. If you can, afford it – have or keep pet insurance.
4. Can you modify the way you live? It’s not all about finding ways to keep your pet more cheaply, see if you can do it for yourself!
5. Can you earn some cash? Perhaps find a dog walking job Dog Walking as a profession Good companies will require you do it regularly. There is also the possibility of becoming a pet sitter, though good companies such as London Pet Sitting will require you also to do dog walking.
6. What about your other pets, you may have put your cats in a cattery, what about using a cat sitter? The pet may prefer it and the pet sitters often do other things.
7. Do use external stabling or boarding? Many horses can exist quite contentedly outside for most of the year, just make sure there’s nourishment, water and protection to harsh elements available. Could this be an option for your horse, it should reduce the cost of stabling considerably.
8. Are you thinking of choosing an animal, certainly think about taking an animal from a charity, they have so many pets looking for a home during this crisis.
Enjoy your pet, they are worth the cost.
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