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The story focuses on prescription costs, but vet bills include many other things. Consultations, diagnostic tests like X-rays or blood work, and surgical procedures are often the biggest expenses. These non-prescription costs aren't directly addressed by the proposed £21 cap, so they could still be very high for pet owners.
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