New statistics have revealed the true cost of owning a dog has risen to almost £250 a month and could add up to nearly £40,000 over a pet's lifetime.
It comes as the cost of living in the UK spirals and many people face difficult financial decisions - like whether they can afford to keep their pet.
Some struggling owners are attempting to treat their poorly dogs at home with paracetamol, which RSPCA vets have seriously warned about.
