Each December, the International Day of Veterinary Medicine honors those who dedicate their lives to caring for animals. Yet right now, a deepening crisis — driven by irresponsible animal acquisition, relentless breeding and skyrocketing costs — is preventing veterinary professionals from helping the animals who need them the most.

Many readers may be unaware that big corporations, including massive private equity firms, are buying out formerly independent veterinary clinics. Once absorbed, prices rise dramatically, staff are pressured to upsell services and the focus shifts from compassion to corporate profit.

Today, the average annual cost of routine veterinary care for a dog ranges from $500 to $1,500, with emergency visits frequently exceeding $1,500 to $3,500. Surgeries can cost tho

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