We spoke with Dr. Simone Maher, Chief Veterinary Officer at PetSure, about the rising cost of pet healthcare and how owners can avoid bill shock. From breed-specific risks to unexpected vet bills, we unpack the insights from PetSure’s 2025 Pet Health Monitor, an annual deep dive into what Aussie pet owners are really spending.

We spoke about the costs of dog breeds - who are the most expensive? Maybe your lab has eaten something they shouldn't have, or maybe your greyhound has a twisted stomach. Oh no! A great chat, and some good advice in there for any dog owners or prospective pooch profligates.

Plus we spoke to resident finance journalist Harry O'Sullivan on the common credit card scams and how to avoid them. A pretty good reminder heading into end of financial year! We started off with a rant about the price of cafe breakfasts, so funny how it turns around.

And all the latest news and savings tips of course.

PetSure's Pet Health Monitor report

https://petsure.com.au/pet-health-monitor/

Harry's credit cards report
https://www.savings.com.au/credit-cards/credit-card-fraud

00:00-01:51 - Intro
01:51-04:50 - Savings Tips, op shop baby clothes & buy nice or buy twice
04:50-08:20 - Monthly CPI, sneaky risers
08:20-11:22 - Goodbye 5% savings rates?
11:22-15:45 - Home loan rate cut delays
15:45-26:50 - Harry on credit card fraud
26:50-40:24 - Dr Simone on vet bills
40:24-41:36 - Outro