Rising vet fees leave pet owners facing tough choices – and vets often bear the brunt
- Written by Rachel Williams, Reader in Human Resource Management, Cardiff University

If you’re a pet owner, you may have noticed increases in your vet bills in recent years. The average cost of pet booster injections increased by 48% in the UK between 2020 and early 2024, while pet insurance prices rose by 21% in the year to March. Many families are struggling to afford care for their...