Rising Pet Care Costs: How Proposed Tariffs Could Hit Pet Owners in the Wallet

Proposed Tariffs Raise Concerns Over Rising Pet Care Costs

By Amber Grigley
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INDIANAPOLIS — Many Americans love pets. Pets bring joy and warm company. Tariffs on imports worry pet owners. New tariffs may push pet costs up. Households that care for furry family members will feel the pinch.

Rising Costs of Pet Ownership

Ellie Cornett is a college student. She cares for her King Charles Cavalier, Winston. She said, "You must buy special food for a puppy. A bag runs about $50, and it lasts a month." Her words stress the strain on her tight budget.

Steven Howes, who owns a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, sees costs rise too. He shared, "My pet needs are high. Even vaccinations now nearly cost double." A Rover report on the "True Cost of Pet Parenthood" says dog costs may grow by 7%. Cat costs might jump by 10% this year.

Impact of Proposed Tariffs

Economist Andreas Hauskrecht works at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. He also cares for dogs. He said, "Pet food is not cheap." Tariffs may hurt many cost parts. Soft food in cans now costs more as steel and aluminum prices rise. Key ingredients come from Mexico and Canada. Tariffs touch every step in the chain.

A Commitment to Pet Care

Pet owners stay true to their care. Howes said, "Passion for our pets will not fade. Like children, they are part of our lives." Hauskrecht added, "Hoosiers should care. Indiana links closely to global supply chains affecting pet care."

Future Projections

Rover predicts that by 2025, dog ownership will cost between $1,400 and $5,200 per year. Cat ownership may cost between $750 and $3,500 per year. These figures warn of rising pet care prices. Tariffs and trade rules add to the climb.

Pet lovers will adapt. They balance their love for pets with the weight of costs. For more updates, subscribe to WRTV's Breaking News Newsletter.

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