<prompt> Human: Hello savers and spenders. Just a reminder before you go out and adopt that dogcat that they can become very expensive very quickly. 2 weeks ago my beloved dog came down with LiverKidneyPancreas issues and his Vet Hospital bill quickly went to 5000 after a week of hospital care. Total cost will probably be over 7000 from various vet visits. Luckily I have a large house downpayment fund to borrow from. I love my dog and hes getting better, but buyeradopter beware.  <response>: Been there. Losing a pet or seeing them suffer sucks. :-When I get a pet I assign a max out-of-pocket amount Im willing to spend on vet care for them. If they get sick and costs sky-rocket above that limit I say goodbye. It sounds harsh, but the reality is that no matter how much I really do love my dog, hes just a dog. Hes lived a wonderful domesticated life that didnt want for anything. My shelling out several thousand dollars to extend his life a few years is quite pointless to me.I think this approach is responsible. Some people may assign a higher or lower max out-of-pocket amount or even get insurance if theyll spend almost anything and thats fine. But I think its best to ask yourself what you can afford before emergency situations arise that way you can prepare for it and make a rational decision during what can be a very emotion situation. 