Kevin Rooney, Carole Raphaelle Davis pictured with Jinky, Lamby, Finley and La Mouche
"My friends have real kids - they have a lot of heartache. I like my dog kids because I know my girls are not going to run off and get pregnant. My boys aren't going to grow up and burn the house down, get arrested, do drugs, or hang around with the wrong crowd." --Carole Raphaelle Davis "No matter how old my dog children get, I can make out with them and sleep with them and not get arrested." -- Kevin Rooney By Jamie Downey Photo by Heather Green
Providing health insurance for your child ensures that you don't have to worry about sky-high medical bills if accidents or injuries happen. When a child has medical coverage, it makes it a lot easier for parents to have their children treated for illnesses, get vaccinations, obtain prescription medicines, and have better access to preventive care. Children are better equipped to do well in school, and also miss fewer days of school, which means parents miss fewer days of work. Having health insurance is peace-of-mind protection and, overall, children will benefit from long-term savings in health care costs.
Many dog parents consider Fido a member of the family, and opt to provide the same health coverage for their dog that they have in place for their child. Dogs suffer accidents and illnesses just like their two-legged siblings, and having pet insurance can help prepare you for unexpected veterinary expenses down the road. There are at least a dozen pet insurance companies that have programs available nationwide, offering affordable monthly payment plans, low deductibles, and protection against your pet's future healthcare costs. If money is tight, then it might be wise to invest in an inexpensive policy of health coverage with a low monthly payment, so you'll know that in the event your dog needs to go the vet's office, you'll be financially prepared to provide the best care possible.
