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Pet Parents and the Loss of Attachment
No full textAmerican pet owners spent over 72 billion or more in 2018 ( [sic] (APPA, 2018). While it is tempting to focus on the capitalism of this booming industry, it may be more valuable to consider where that money is being spent, and on whom. With over 17 billion on veterinary care and pet insurance, and $15 billion spent on supplies, including over the counter medicine and toys, clearly many American pet owners are increasingly invested in their pets\u27 welfare and quality of life
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