Drastically reduce all vet fees in NSW
The issue
My pets are my life; they are like my kids. I have family who cannot have children of their own, and you can only imagine how they feel about their pets. Family recently lost two of theirs because vet fees, even just for a consultation, are just ridiculous—let alone the fee for life-saving surgery that could have saved their lives.
In New South Wales, many pet owners face the heart-wrenching dilemma of having to decide between their financial stability and the health of their cherished pets. These exorbitant costs mean that countless animals may not receive necessary medical attention, leading to preventable suffering and even premature death. Every pet owner should have access to affordable veterinary care, so their animal companions can live long, healthy, and happy lives.
Statistics show that the average cost of a vet consultation can range from $60 to $90, with surgeries often running into the thousands. For families on tight budgets, these fees are unsustainable, often leaving them in situations where they simply cannot afford the care their pets need. When it comes to emergency situations, the financial stress only multiplies, creating an unbearable burden on families.
We propose that the government of New South Wales works with veterinary clinics and industry stakeholders to develop subsidized programs and caps on veterinary fees. With the right policies in place, we can ensure that all pet owners have access to necessary medical services at a fair and reasonable cost. This would not only improve the quality of life for our pets but also relieve families of the distress associated with extraordinarily high vet bills.
Lowering vet fees in NSW will help prevent unnecessary animal suffering and ease the financial stress on families who love their pets dearly. We urge policymakers to take swift action to protect our furbabies' health and well-being.
Please, join us in this important cause to make veterinary care more affordable in NSW. Sign the petition to demand fairer prices for our beloved pets, so they can live out their natural lives surrounded by the love and care they deserve. Together, we can make this change a reality.
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The issue
My pets are my life; they are like my kids. I have family who cannot have children of their own, and you can only imagine how they feel about their pets. Family recently lost two of theirs because vet fees, even just for a consultation, are just ridiculous—let alone the fee for life-saving surgery that could have saved their lives.
In New South Wales, many pet owners face the heart-wrenching dilemma of having to decide between their financial stability and the health of their cherished pets. These exorbitant costs mean that countless animals may not receive necessary medical attention, leading to preventable suffering and even premature death. Every pet owner should have access to affordable veterinary care, so their animal companions can live long, healthy, and happy lives.
Statistics show that the average cost of a vet consultation can range from $60 to $90, with surgeries often running into the thousands. For families on tight budgets, these fees are unsustainable, often leaving them in situations where they simply cannot afford the care their pets need. When it comes to emergency situations, the financial stress only multiplies, creating an unbearable burden on families.
We propose that the government of New South Wales works with veterinary clinics and industry stakeholders to develop subsidized programs and caps on veterinary fees. With the right policies in place, we can ensure that all pet owners have access to necessary medical services at a fair and reasonable cost. This would not only improve the quality of life for our pets but also relieve families of the distress associated with extraordinarily high vet bills.
Lowering vet fees in NSW will help prevent unnecessary animal suffering and ease the financial stress on families who love their pets dearly. We urge policymakers to take swift action to protect our furbabies' health and well-being.
Please, join us in this important cause to make veterinary care more affordable in NSW. Sign the petition to demand fairer prices for our beloved pets, so they can live out their natural lives surrounded by the love and care they deserve. Together, we can make this change a reality.
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Petition created on 22 December 2025