National Love Your Pet Day!

The top 5 pets owned by people in the UK are dogs, cats, indoor birds, rabbits and hamsters.

Harp and Crown CU members’ pet choices

From our recent survey responses the top 5 pets owned by our members are dogs (53%), cats (17%), horses (3%), aquatic (2%), and farm animals (2%). Only 1% of our members have a hamster/guinea pig/rabbit. 10% of our members own other pets such as budgies, reptiles, ferrets, and insects.

How to celebrate

• Give your pet extra attention with some cuddles or take them on a walk.

• Get your pet to something special like a new toy or treat.

• Schedule regular check-ups to keep your pet healthy.

Average Annual Costs for a pet

• Buying a pet £100-£2000

• Pet insurance could be anywhere around £150-£500.

• Pet food between £200-£400.

• Vaccinations £50-£150.

• Surgery £1500-£5000

If you have a pet, why not use your Harp and Crown CU account to save up and fund them? Whether that be for day-to-day essentials like food, water bowls etc or as an emergency fund for vet bills.

Get in touch today!

Email creditunion@harpandcrown.co.uk or phone 028 9068 5198. 

“Save regularly and borrow only what you need.”

The Harp and Crown Credit Union provides safe, secure, flexible finances for the wider police family in Northern Ireland.