Is Pet Insurance Worth the Costs? This is a question that we see come up a lot. With pets living longer than ever and veterinary care continuing to advance, pet health care bills are getting more expensive. In fact, in 2001 pet owners spent $28.5 billion on their pets in the United States. In 2016 that number is expected to rise to $62.75 billion. But, even with insurance, pet health care is still expensive. How can we afford the best care for our furry friends? Not everyone will