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A $10,000 bill? Consider rising vet costs before adopting a dog

Many Americans struggle to pay for health care for themselves and their families, even if they have insurance coverage.

Some very big bills also arise when the furriest members of their households get sick or just need an annual checkup: their dogs. Americans spend an average of about $1,700 annually on their dogs’ food and care, including $580 for veterinary bills.