I think it is a wonderful suggestion for those getting tax returns to set aside money for vet care, if they haven't already, or don't have enough. I think people need to decide for themsleves which option is best. A few have been mentioned already, paying your vet in advance (crediting your account), savings at the bank or credit union, having a charge card available (could use your return to pay down a card so that available balance is high enough), pet insurance could be purchased and money for the deductible set aside. I'm sure I missed some other ideas. Even if you aren't getting a return, this time of year, as we sit down to do our taxes, it is a good time to review our financial situations and make sure we have a plan to handle unexpected expenses (both for our pets and ourselves) as best as we can. |