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| Budgeting These Days Can Be Hard Everyone seems to be budgeting these days. And it seems - for some - everything is a compromise. Unemployment is high and many people who are employed don't feel they have a lot of job security. In addition, many people are trying to get out of debt and not incur NEW debt. So people are making compromises * You may go on vacation but it may not be as exotic or last as long as you'd like. Many must try to save money any way they can. I understand this. But sometimes, cutting corners can be dangerous, or it can wind up costing us more in the long run. In fact, I was recently reading that a vet at Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital offered some tips to pet owners. Dr. Rebecca Ruch-Gallie, head of Colorado State University's community practice unit within the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, offers these tips that I thought I'd share with you today: 1. Don't skimp by purchasing low-cost food . Continue to feed as high a quality of dog food as is affordable. Less expensive food often has lower nutritional value. Cheap foods may be high in 'fillers' such as grains that are not typically digestible by the pet and provide little to no nutrition. In addition, pets on low-quality pet food often need more food to be satisfied and to obtain good nutrition, which ultimately ends up eliminating any savings realized by not paying for a high-quality food. 3. Also, watch how many treats pets are given. Are multiple members of the family giving the dog treats throughout the day? Those treats may add up to lots of pennies, and they also may add up to an unbalanced diet for the pet. Treats should not be more than 5 percent of a pet's diet; if it is more, the diet is out of balance. 4. However, be wary of online veterinary pharmacies. Many online sources for veterinary prescriptions don't sell quality products, and some may sell knock-offs of medications that ultimately won't benefit the pet. 5. Learn how to groom pets at home . Brush pets daily or every other day. There are multiple benefits including increasing the bond between the pet and caretaker if such grooming is a good experience for the pet. In addition, people who groom pets often notice changes and abnormalities in their skin and coat and may notice body changes, lumps or other indications of the early stages of illness or disease. 6. Weigh the benefits of purchasing health insurance for pets . While health insurance may seem pricey, it can be worth the $20 to $30 monthly premium, particularly for some pets. Pet insurance dramatically reduces the costs of large veterinary bills ranging from emergency care after an accident, cancer treatment and preventative check-ups to well care including vaccinations. Insurance can cut large bills by hundreds or even thousands of dollars. I think these are all great tips. I especially like the one on pet insurance. I've seen so many clients really fight to make tough decisions about what to do when their pets get sick. I've also seen compromises like I've never seen before in my experience as a veterinarian. Find out if pet insurance is right for you. Go to www.petinsurance.com Until next time, Dr. Jon
P.P.S. Nine out of ten veterinarians recommend Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI). And their policies are more affordable than you might think. Why not get a free quote and find out if VPI is right for you and your dog? Go to www.petinsurance.com today. You'll be glad you did. |
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Easy on the horse and the user, the Hoof-it® Stand gives you both the post and cradle integrated into one, innovative hoof stand. Features a shock absorbing, integrated rubber cradle and hoof post into one easy-to-use unit. Provides a stable and safe support for the horse, allowing the horse to relax without putting all of it's weight on you. $154.99 |
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KAGE ALL live animal trap by Kness are a safe and humane way to catch and keep animals. They are custom designed to trap everything from squirrels to raccoons and are made of powder coated, galvanized 14 gauge steel wire construction. $59.99 |
 | Golden Retriever Stuffed Animal Plush Dog by Douglas - $ 49.95 Golden Retriever Stuffed Animal Plush Dog by Douglas 23 These large floppys are so cute, they'll melt your heart! " |
 | keep animals away from your pond or garden with a harmless blast of water. Protect fruit trees, vegetables, flowers and water features from hungry or destructive animal intruders. The ScareCrow® motion-activated animal deterrent automatically detects deer, racoons, heron, dogs and more as they approach, and repels them with a short but startling burst of water. The sudden noise, movement and spray scare animals away, teaching them to avoid the area in future. $42.99 |
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Finally...Something That Actually Works! Urine-OffTM Removes Urine Stain and Odor...Even Cat Urine...No Matter How Old It Is or How BAD It SMELLS! One Gallon Jug. Containing the equivalent of 7.5 spray bottles of Urine-Off, the gallon size is more economical per ounce and perfect for larger problem areas. Apply using our Urine-Off pump sprayer. $39.95 |
 | Florida State Seminoles Dog Collars, Leashes & ID Tags - $ 37.85 Collar: Get your dog in the game! Root for the Seminoles with your best buddy decked-out in team logo wear. All items are fully licensed and made in the USA. .
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 | Housebreak your puppy the easy way with Wee-Wee Puppy Pee Pads. These heavy-duty, large, super absorbent, extra large pee pee pads are specially treated to attract your puppy like magic Pack of 14 pads - $19.27 |
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Finally, a skilled dog groomer reveals the step-by-step techniques of professional dog grooming. There is finally a way you can learn the secrets of $19.95 |
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Soft, absorbent, non-abrasive carpet $7.99 - 14.99 |
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Babble Balls are made with improved technology that triggers interactivity whenever the pet breath, touches or recieves any type of vibrations caused when a pet walks past the toy. The Babble ball talks and make exciting animal sounds that pets will be sure to enjoy. The Babble Ball automatically turns off when you pet isn't playing with it. More than 20 different realistic animal sounds; lion, frogs, coyote howl, lots of birds, dog barking, pigs, rooster, lamb, elephant, cow, goat, a cat, and more. Available in assorted colors, please allow us to choose for you. $7.99 |
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