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Did You Know?

94 million U.S. households own a pet.

— American Pet Products Association (2025)

52% of U.S. pet owners have postponed veterinary care because of cost.

—NewsDirect “Economic Euthanasia” Report

Lifetime care costs average $22,000–$60,000 for dogs and $20,000–$47,000 for cats.

— Veterinary Practice News & VetPartners

Over 359,000 dogs and 330,000 cats were euthanized in U.S. shelters in 2023.

—Shelter Animals Count

24% of pet owners considered rehoming or surrendering their pet within the past year for financial reasons.

—HumanePro

8 in 10 pet owners underestimate lifetime pet care costs.

—Synchrony 2025 Pet Care Study

51% of pet owners say their pet is as much a family member as any human.

—Deseret News

28% of pet-owning households face barriers to vet care, mostly due to finances.

—TalkPoverty.org

6.3 million companion animals enter U.S. shelters each year.

—The Vet Desk

48% of pet guardians would consider euthanasia if faced with unaffordable treatment costs.

—Healthy Paws Pet Insurance

Pre-surgical euthanasia is nearly 4x higher in uninsured dogs than insured ones.

—National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Children raised with pets show stronger emotional intelligence, empathy, and self-esteem.

—Companion Animal Psychology

Kids in pet-owning families are 50% less likely to screen positive for anxiety disorders.

—National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Preschoolers with dogs show more prosocial behavior and fewer conduct problems than those without.

—Telethon Kids Institute

Early exposure to pets boosts immunity and lowers allergy and asthma risk in children.

—The Mom / Pediatrics Digest

Pet owners experience significantly lower depression and anxiety rates than non-owners.

—National Library of Medicine (NIH)

74% of pet owners report better mental health since adopting their pet.

—Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)

Dog owners are 41% less likely to experience depressive symptoms than non-owners.

—NIH Journal Study

Pets provide emotional stability for low-income households facing hardship.

—TalkPoverty.org

Therapy animals reduce PTSD symptoms by up to 82% in veterans and trauma survivors.

—American Humane Association

People with pets report 22% fewer doctor visits each year.

—CDC / HABRI Joint Study

Petting a dog for just 10 minutes lowers cortisol — the body’s main stress hormone.

—Washington State University

Children with dogs score higher on empathy and have fewer peer problems than those without pets.

—Frontiers in Psychology

Take Control of Your Pet’s Care

Everything you need to take control of your pet’s healthcare journey.

Predict Costs & Plan

Understand the lifetime cost of caring for your pet based on breed, age, and health risks — then see a personalized savings plan to prepare for it.

Save on Everyday Care

Discover vetted discounts on the products and care your pet already needs.

Community Care

Support pets in need or rally help for your own. Our community crowdfunding platform helps pet families come together when care gets expensive.

Trusted Pet Care Resources

Trusted partners to help you care for your pet.

Insurance vs. Wellness Plans

Explore preventive care packages that bundle exams, vaccines, and routine care for predictable monthly costs.

Compare Pet Insurance Options

Compare leading pet insurance providers side-by-side to find the right coverage for your pet and budget.

Compare Wellness Plans

Learn the key differences between insurance and preventive wellness plans — and which makes sense for your pet.

See How PetHSA Works

Watch a quick overview on how we help you manage your pet’s healthcare.

Helping pet owners predict, plan, and pay for the real cost of pet care.

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