People who recently adopted pets often struggled to access vet care
People who had children and were working from home were more likely to get a pet during the pandemic. However, these owners faced greater challenges in accessing veterinary care and 20% of all pet owners reported difficulty accessing even basic veterinary services, such as vaccinations or annual exams. Owners who had pets with behavioral issues had an especially difficult time getting care.
The Hidden Crisis in Pet Healthcare: Why So Many Owners Are Forgoing Vital Veterinary Care
Across the country, pet owners are facing an increasingly difficult dilemma: watch their beloved companion suffer or face veterinary bills they simply can't afford. A startling new study reveals that more than half of pet owners have delayed or skipped essential medical care for their pets due to financial constraints.

