Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions of 2011
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"The large number of claims received for these medical conditions attests to their common, often repetitive, and sometimes chronic nature," said Dr. Carol McConnell, DVM, MBA, vice president and chief veterinary medical officer for VPI. "While many pet owners fear major accidents and illnesses, which can cost thousands of dollars to treat for a single incident, repetitive and chronic conditions can be just as detrimental to a pet's quality of life and financially burdensome to the pet owner."
In 2011, VPI received more than 62,000 canine claims for ear infections, the most common cause for taking a dog to see a veterinarian. The average claim fee was $98 per office visit. For cats, a bladder infection was the most common reason to take your kitty to the veterinarian. VPI received more than 3,800 medical claims for this ailment – with an average claim amount of $233 per office visit.
The most expensive canine condition on the list (non-cancerous skin growth) cost an average of $220 per visit, while, for cats, the most expensive condition (lymphosarcoma) cost an average of $426 per visit
Source: Sacramento Bee