Pets

The RSPCA has published new guidance for worried pet owners to help them through the ongoing cost of living crisis, with the animal charity becoming increasingly concerned about reports of people trying to treat their pets at home. Below is its advice on what to do if you're struggling with vet bills.

More than eight in ten dog owners say they spend over £500/yr on their pooch compared with just over half of cat owners who spend the same, a new MoneySavingExpert.com poll has found. Meanwhile, almost half (46%) of dog owners spend more than £1,250 a year on their furry friend, compared to just 15% of cat owners who spend the same.

Pet insurance premium hikes of as much as £2,000 a year are forcing many former AXA customers to look elsewhere for cover, even when this means their pet's pre-existing medical conditions are unlikely to be covered.

Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) has performed a massive U-turn and will now reinstate pet insurance for thousands of customers, after originally axing cover.

Pet owners have been left worrying about their animals' future after Lloyds TSB stopped renewing pet insurance policies this month.