Pets are like small children in the sense that they need constant supervision. They will definitely get up to no good in a second and chew something they shouldn’t.
But ingesting foreign bodies happens a lot, nevertheless it doesn’t even register on the top list of reasons pets need a vet visit. Sadly there is a long list of medical issues that need medical attention and can be costly.
According to a new report published by Healthy Paws Pet Insurance stomach issues from pancreatitis to constipation are the top reasons for feline vet visits and skin conditions are the primary reason for dog visits.
Take a look at the top ten for both cats and dogs below and take a look at the in-depth report for yourself. Health insurance has been growing in popularity for pets. Many companies are now offering it as a perk for their employers. It may or may not work for you. But I do suggest doing due diligence and researching policies carefully because they are not — just like human policies – created equal.
If your cat loves to drink water from a running tap, consider getting a drinking fountain for her. Cats in the wild drink running water and a pet drinking fountain recreates this in the home.