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Pet owners are at a disadvantage compared to parents of children, who tend to have a large variety of resources at their disposal for the anticipated care and expenses of child dependents. Armed with this knowledge, emphasis is placed on routine medical visits, preventive care, proper socialization, education, and risk management to mitigate the costs of medical care. For too many years, pet owners have been trained to expect that a one‐time neutering surgery, occasional vaccinations, and periodic veterinary visits are all that is needed unless their animal is ill. Ensuring continued excellence in pet healthcare requires engagement of pet owners and a veterinary team committed to pet‐specific care, education, and advocacy (see 8.1 Delivering Pet‐Specific Care as a Team).