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10 September 2026

Small Dogs, Big Bucks: Why The Nation’s Favourite Pups Are Spurring $11,600 Vet Bills

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Small Dogs, Big Bucks: Why The Nation’s Favourite Pups Are Spurring $11,600 Vet Bills

The market average for accident and illness cover for a small dog is around $1,580 per year, however, Canstar’s 2026 Pet Insurance Awards compared policies from 26 pet insurers and found that small ...

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