Tariff Fears: Over Half of Pet Owners Worry About Rising Costs of Pet Care Amid Inflation

Report Reveals Half of Pet Owners Fear Tariffs May Hinder Pet Ownership Affordability

Seattle, WA — Rover has released a new report. The report shows pet owners worry about cost hikes. They fear that future tariffs will push prices up. The report is called "True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report 2025." Fifty-two percent of owners fear these tariffs. Twenty-eight percent already worry about paying for pet supplies.

Rising Costs of Pet Ownership

The report comes from a survey of 1,000 U.S. pet owners. It shows costs from buying a pet to daily care. Dr. Rebecca Greenstein, a veterinarian and Rover pet panelist, said, "People worry about high pet costs. They still love their furry friends."

Pet care is expensive. For a healthy dog, life care may cost $34,550. For a cat, care may run to $32,170 over 16 years. Prices are on the rise. Owners may pay 85% more for treats. Veterinary services may cost 11% extra. Pet cleaning supplies could cost 183% more. Almost half (48%) worry about these rising expenses.

Budget Adjustments by Pet Owners

The survey shows owners are changing budgets. Sixty-nine percent spend most on food and treats. To cope with rising prices, 25% have chosen cheaper food brands. Thirty-four percent try to cut costs elsewhere, like groceries or fun. Still, many choose quality. Sixty-eight percent want products that match what they already use. Twenty percent choose premium products despite the higher price.

Canadian Pet Owners Face Similar Challenges

Rover also surveyed Canadian pet owners. Their costs are higher over a pet’s lifetime. A cat can cost up to $73,585. A dog may cost $53,935 over time. Each year, Canadian owners spend $930 to $2,400 on cats and $965 to $4,020 on dogs. Tariffs may push costs up by 18% for dogs and 41% for cats soon. More than half (55%) of Canadian owners prefer local or Canadian-made products. This trend is higher with dog owners (57%) than with cat owners (52%).

Looking Ahead

Inflation and tariffs bring new challenges for pet owners. These factors push expenses higher. The choices made today impact future costs and pet care quality.

For more insights and detailed statistics, readers can check Rover's "True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report 2025." Stay updated on trends in the pet industry by subscribing to Pet Food Processing's newsletters.

For more information, visit Rover's website.

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