Debt, death or surrender: The impossible choice faced by cash-strapped pet owners

Australian Broadcasting Corporation // World // Oceania

Debt, death or surrender: The impossible choice faced by cash-strapped pet owners

Wednesday 21st May 2025, 8:17PM

Michael thought he would have to surrender his beloved cat when he was suddenly hit with a big emergency vet bill. Experts say many Australians are taking on debts through high-interest loan schemes or making the heartbreaking decision to euthanise their pets.

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