Worried about the rising cost of caring for your pet? You’re not alone.
 In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Wainberg, Senior VP of Synchrony Financial Services’ Pet Business, to talk about how pet parents can prepare for unexpected costs and avoid financial panic when their pets need care most.

We dig into the real numbers behind vet bills and the simple pet cost hacks that help you stay ahead of expenses instead of scrambling after the fact. From smarter budgeting to understanding tools like pet insurance, CareCredit, and nonprofit support, Jonathan shares practical, no-fluff advice to protect both your wallet and your pet’s health.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
 • What most pet parents don’t expect when it comes to healthcare costs
 • How to budget for routine and emergency care
 • Which tools can ease financial pressure and when to use them

You’ll also learn how breed-specific needs, vet relationships, and advance planning can help you stay ahead of costs and give your pet the care they deserve without unnecessary stress . . . all with a few proactive pet cost hacks that make a real difference.

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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Pet parenting gets overwhelming fast, especially with behavior issues, rising costs, and conflicting pet advice. This show gives you pet care solutions, pet behavior help, and pet budgeting tips you can use right away.

Each week we bring you pet parenting advice plus expert guidance on dog and cat behavior, dog training, nutrition, stress-free vet visits, and routines that make life easier. We also tackle challenges from puppy biting to cat anxiety, emergency vet decisions, hidden hazards, and how to stay ahead of the everyday problems that create stress for pets and their pet parents.

No fluff, no guilt, just practical pet advice and specific tools that save money and help you enjoy a calmer home and life with pets.

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