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 How pet owners can cut costs in the recession
Have you seen news articles about people giving up pets during the recession? Rising home foreclosures are forcing families to relocate. The number of people giving up their pets from home-loss has doubled. Many are abandoned.
It doesn’t have to be that way. You can cut costs whether it’s a recession or not. Here are some sure fire, street-smart tips for pet owners:
1). Cut costs at the Vet
• Ask for payment plans to spread out costs
• Invest in preventative health care
It solves immediate health issues, and stops them into building into bigger issues (and high expenses) in the long run
• Not every pet needs every shot
Make sure she’s getting only what she needs
• Look into health plans
Pennies may save thousands in the long run. Ask for multiple pet discounts
• Brush Bruiser’s teeth at home
Ask your vet how you can brush your pet’s teeth by yourself. Get a doggie toothbrush and start at puppyhood. Go online to Greg Robert Quality Pet Supplies (www.pet-dog-cat-supply-store.com), and get a brush for $1.62 (the lowest I’ve seen). Vets normally charge $35.00 and up, and considerably more if anesthesia is needed.
2). Hoard coupons
• Grab brand name coupons online
Manufacturers are dying to give them away. Check circulars, combine both, and you may get stuff for free, or you may even get paid for buying it
• Nab freebies
Visit Pet Smart, Petco and local events to pick up free food samples. Manufacturers gladly give them out to encourage customer loyalty.
Be careful: Do not mix and match! Stick with one brand. Ask your vet which food is right for your pet and stick with it.
3). Buy in bulk
Team up with pet owners and buy bulk from suppliers or wholesale warehouses
4). Contact the ASPCA or Humane Society
These organizations can help pet owners who qualify for assistance
5). Make your own toys and treats
Owners spend unheard amounts on accessories, toys and treats for their pets. Take pet beds. They retail for $39.00 on up to $90.00 per bed at pet stores. More times than not, they’re torn to shreds and you’re left with a bunch of teeny beads rolling around. Sew together pillowcases stuffed with your rags, socks, old towels or discarded clothes. It smells like you and comforts your pet. Of course the tried and true, stuff your socks with catnip, tie ‘em up and kitties are entertained for hours.
6). Bake it yourself
When you buy pet treats you pay for the box, the advertising, the marketing and mark-up. I know, since I worked for many of those companies for years. Go to www.bullwrinkle.com for hundreds of make- it- yourself recipes, which cost nothing. You can make your own Milk Bone dog biscuits with a few ingredients that most people already have on hand.
For smart ways to save money on pet medicine, log onto www.savemoney.com
Kristi Brunig
Owner & Operator, Critter Sitters Pet Sitting Services
Advertising and Marketing Consultant
(818) 917-4942
Critter Sitters provides professional pet sitting and pet care services tailored to individual needs. Sits are right at your home. Daily, weekly, monthly, overnights. 24 hours a day.
Don’t forget last minute stuff:
• Job interviews
• Overtime at work
• Business trips
• Sports events
• Parent School Activities
• Parties
• Pet recovery/recuperation
• Home sitting
• Parents night out
And open house!
No barking, no distractions, no confinement, no open doors, no trace of pets, no anxiety, no fear of bites, with 100% focus on your home
100% focus on your pets:
Entertainment, exercise, outdoor fun, treats, and just sitting and enjoying the outdoors
And yeah, 100% focus on your kids:
Think parties, errands, nanny can’t make it, lunch with
friends ot time alone.
And yeah, we do parties too:
Invites, hosting, planning, flowers, decorating, clean up, and finish up.
And yeah, you enjoy 100% of your party.
And yeah, you get 100% satisfaction, without exception.
Critter Sitters Pet Sitting Services
 | Loving them the way you do™ |
Call Kristi: (818) 917-4942
Think recession proof:
Discounts, Specials, No charge for multiple pets
Mention this newsletter for 10% off any services (booked within 30 days)
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