Veterinarian Bill Warning Over Obesity

posted 01/20/03

More than 2.5 million cats and dogs are overweight and could cost their owners over £1bn in vet bills.

According to insurer Direct Line, one in five owners say their pets are fed too much and need more exercise.

Obesity can cause heart and joint problems as well as other long-term illnesses including diabetes.

Based on Direct Line's own experience, the cost of treating problems such as these is around £400, almost twice as much as the average vet bill.

However, some problems can last for the rest of the pet's life resulting in bills which can run into thousands of pounds.

Worryingly, only one eighth of the UK's 14.5 million dogs and cats are actually insured. 

Source: Manchester Online.

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