Dogs and cats are members of the family. So when they are sick, many pet owners go to great lengths to make sure they are taken care of.
However, that care comes at an increasingly high cost: Veterinary bills have skyrocketed in recent years. Even routine visits can add up to hundreds of dollars, and a frantic trip to the emergency vet can quickly drain credit cards.
And while pet health insurance can help ease financial strain, it has few of the consumer protections (such as coverage for pre-existing conditions) that are required for human insurance.
The New York Times is interested in speaking with pet owners who can share their recent experiences paying for veterinary care.
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