More than half of U.S. pet owners (52%) say they’ve skipped necessary veterinary care in the past year because of the cost, according to the State of Pet Care study conducted by PetSmart Charities and Gallup (3). Another 15% say they’ve avoided the vet because of financial considerations.But for many pet owners, insurance is considered a luxury that they simply can’t afford. And while it may be worth the cost, many pet owners have been forced to make a decision on the health of their bank accounts over the ...