Make sure pooch is healthy without spending a lot! Learn about these money-saving health tips.

Here are a few tips to help you save money on your pet’s health care.

Schedule Regular Check-Ups
Don’t skip your pet’s yearly exam. It’s much more expensive—and risky—to treat illnesses than to protect against them.

Spay or Neuter Your Pet
Many local shelters provide resources for low- or no-cost spay/neuter surgeries.

Brush Your Pet’s Teeth
Start a dental routine to keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy.

Personalize Your Pet’s Vaccines
Never skip any shots required by local laws or mandatory for your pet’s protection, but do talk to your vet about personalizing your pet’s vaccine protocol.

Protect Your Pet from Parasites
Stick with a topical flea and tick solution to keep the critters at bay.

Toss the Cigarettes
Secondhand smoke is no joke for pets—it can cause asthma, bronchitis, lymphoma and oral, nasal and lung cancers.
Groom Your Pets at Home
Save the price of a visit to your groomer with regular nail-trimmings and brushings.

Buy High-Quality Pet Food
A good quality pet food—formulated under the guidelines of the American Association of Feed Control Officials—is often more cost-effective than a homemade diet.

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For more information on cast saving health tips, visit ASPCA.