Our pets are beloved members of our family. We go to great lengths to give them the life that they deserve, factoring their needs into our budget, our home, and our lifestyle. Unfortunately, there are times when even the most responsible pet owners are hit with an emergency vet bill that exceeds the funds that they have readily available. In this article, we’re going to look at ways you can get help with veterinary bills and other solutions to raise the money and fast!

Why Are Veterinary Bills So Expensive?

It’s a question that many pet parents have asked at one time or another, especially here in Ontario where our own medical care isn’t a bill that we have to consider.

Like a human hospital, emergency vet care often involves expensive diagnostic equipment including x-rays, ultrasounds, and other high-cost medical equipment. Couple this with the overhead costs of running the