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Vet bills: how much?
The story mentions £6.7 billion is spent annually on animal care in the UK. This huge sum covers everything from routine check-ups and vaccinations to emergency surgeries and ongoing medication. For individual pet owners, these costs can vary dramatically depending on the animal, its health, and whether it has insurance.
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