PET WISE

ITPAYS

TO KNOW SOME WAYS TO PAY

In uncertain times it may be helpful to know options available to you to keep up with your pet’s veterinary care.

CareCredit.com

• Can be used for people and pets for health related expenses, including dental • Pays provider upfront • Approval depends on credit score • Interest free loan for 6-24 months, if balance is paid off within the promotional period

y Scratchpay

• Online payment nt option for veterinary care • Does not depend on your credit score • No hidden fees or interest deferment • Pays for care upfront • Interest is figured into the payment over a 12-24 month time period • Your veterinary care provider must be registered with Scratchpay

Insurance

• Policies vary largely by insurers • Online tools help you compare plans • Plans generally involve monthly premiums and deductibles • Most require upfront payment by pet parents with reimbursement to follow

Charitable aritab Organizations

• Exist to help pet parents with overwhelming veterinary costs • Aid is based on income with an application process • Vary amount and types of solutions offered • National Resources: The Pet Fund, Brown Dog Foundation, GoFundMe (lists numerous organizational options for assistance) • Local Resource: Killuminati Foundation