Pet Bytes: Economic Euthanasia—A Silent Crisis in Pet Care

Written By George Bianchi

Every minute, beloved pets are sentenced to death—not because they can’t be saved, but because their families or guardians can’t afford veterinary care. This heartbreaking reality, known as economic euthanasia, is quietly claiming the lives of our cherished canine and feline companions at an alarming rate of:

  • 3 dogs and cats every minute

  • 182 every hour

  • Over 4,300 every day

  • More than 1.6 million every year

These are not just statistics—they’re family members, best friends, emotional support animals, and loyal companions. The crisis affects loving pet parents and companion animal guardians across all walks of life, often forcing them into an impossible choice.

George Bianchi https://www.treasuredpetsfoundation.org/
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