Average Amount Of Money People Spend On Their Pets
There is a a new study that shows the average amount of money people spend on their pets. The survey was done by OnePoll for MetLife Pet Insurance. They asked 2,000 cat and dog owners about how much they spend during a year and it’s not a small number. The average pet parent spends about $4,800 a year on their pet.
According to the survey over the course of a year, pet owners spend $633 on food. Additionally people spend even more on treats. The study found that people spend $645 on treats for their pets. Animal owners also spend almost $600 on each toys and clothes for their pet. Overall, the most expensive pet cost is health care, at an average of $1,242 for vet visits.
Animal owners tried to budget the amount they’d spend on their pet but, they only averaged $2,640. They ended up spending nearly twice that. 41% say they spend more on their pets than anticipated this year. 44% of people polled predict they’ll spend even more on their pet in the year ahead. Additionally, 83% of pet owners say there’s no limit on how much they’d spend to make sure their pet is happy and healthy.
Pet Insurance Is An Option To help With Costs
“Our survey found almost half of pet parents (45%) said their pet went through a major health event this year, but unfortunately, 82% of them weren’t financially prepared for the cost of this,” said Brian Jorgensen, CEO of Pet Insurance at MetLife. “With heightened spending across all areas of pet parenting, the last thing they need is an unexpected and expensive vet bill. Pet insurance can help with this, allowing pet parents to protect both their furry family members and their budgets.”
63% usually buy their pet a present for Christmas. Also, many pet owners also make pet-related New Year’s resolutions. Those include spending more quality time with their animals and being more proactive about their health. Finally, 64% of people polled are considering getting a new pet in 2024 to keep their pet company.
4 Great Christmas Dinner Options For The Whole Family
Lasagna
A large tray of a baked pasta based meal that everyone gets to cut into just feels like a natural option. There’s room here to customize your tray of course. Add meat, make it a veggie, or have one of each. Plus, the red sauce nicely compliments your holiday-themed table setting.
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Filet Mignon
We’ll need to clarify here, your best bet here is a log shaped filet that can be evenly cut into quarter inch – to half inch slices. There’s something festive to carving a meal item in your kitchen, that is freshly cooked. You take pride in hosting and then slicing. You place your sliced filet on that serving platter that is used just once a year, walk it into the dining room and then feel joy when everyone digs in.
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Vegetarian Chili Bar
It’s all about the slow-cooker or crock pot. You can let it warm in the kitchen all day, allowing a sharp aroma to seep into every room the family gathers in. This style is for more of the grab something quick and on-the-go Christmas meal gathering. Perhaps you have people in and out of your house, stopping by for a “cheers” throughout the day. A chili bar never disappoints. Add in your side bowls of shredded cheddar, tortilla crisps, scallions, and sour cream, and you are giving your guests the opportunity to put their own touch on your creation.
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Baked Ham
This is the meal that gives you the option for a fancier sit-down dinner. The ham centerpiece is typically joined by elegant wine glasses and pre-feast toast. Throw some potato side dishes along with an asparagus or string bean casserole, and your living room is now a fine-dining restaurant. This meal allows you to take your time. The next thing you know, it’s dark outside, and you are putting a bow on your enjoyable Christmas night.
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