Budget Breakdown is a content series where we ask real pet parents to showcase how much they spend on their pets every month. Inspired by Refinery29’s Money Dairies.
About My Pets:
Pet name: Sadie
Age: 12.5 years old
Weight: 55 pounds
Breed: Husky/Lab
Health concerns: Blood disorder and seizures
Pet name: Nala
Age: 8 years old
Weight: 60 pounds
Breed: Husky/Rottweiler
Health concerns: Repaired ACL tears
Budget Breakdown:
| Expense | Product | Monthly Amount |
| Dog Food | Titan Raw Food | $200
$82 |
| Supplements | Ultra Releaf 300
Milk Thistle Healthy Gut by Adored Beast Chinese Herbs/Supplements |
$80
$59* $30 $60 $350 |
| Preventative Care | Pet Releaf Hip & Joint Edibites (Family Pack) | $47 |
| Vet Prescriptions | Prednisone 5mg
Keppra 250 mg |
$45 |
| Additional Supplementation | Oils | $120 |
| Pet Sitting | Swap with friends | $0 |
| Misc. | Ozone Therapy | $150 |
| Total: | $1,223 |
*Expenses are subscription payments
What financial planning did you consider prior to getting your pet(s)?
This is a cute question… admittedly, we didn’t initially consider it as much as we should have. Looking back, I can’t stress enough how important it is to prepare financially for a new pet.
Do you believe where you live influences your monthly pet costs?
Absolutely, 100%. The cost of living, resources, and even the climate can impact how much we spend on our pets.
How did you decide what the right food option is for your pet(s)?
Lots of education and research led us to finding what works best for our pets. One of our dogs developed hemolytic anemia, a condition where the body attacks its own red blood cells, leading us to explore the raw meat diet.
How much food do you go through in a month?
We go through about 40 pounds of raw meat and another 20 pounds of kibble.
Which Pet Releaf products do you use and why?
We regularly use the Daily Releaf 500 and Ultra Releaf 300 products to maintain overall health and take preventive measures against seizures. It’s become a staple in our pets’ wellness routine. We also supplement with Edibites.
Which products are you subscribed to and what savings do you receive by being subscribed?
We’re subscribed to the Daily Releaf 500. We rely on it every day, so it’s nice having the subscription, knowing we don’t have to worry about running out.
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- Discount: 15% off each re-order
- Frequency: Monthly
- Other Perks: Free shipping
What would be your biggest tip to pet parents when it comes to budgeting?
Educate yourself across the board. It’s important to listen to your vet, but also do your own research into natural options. A mix of professional vet advice and exploring holistic alternatives on our own has worked best for us. Advocating for your pet means being open to a wide range of options that could benefit them beyond the typical conventional methods.
