The creator's dog Sadie had 18 teeth extracted at a discount dental clinic, a surprise expense that highlights why pet owners need an emergency fund. Planning ahead for unexpected vet bills keeps you from going into debt when your pet needs care.
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Little Miss Sadie here just got home from her dental cleaning, which we went to a kind of a discount dental place, still got a great deal, but they had to extract 18 teeth and I feel really bad. I feel like bad mommy, but she's actually doing pretty well. She came home, she was very hungry because she hadn't eaten and she's had a little to eat and seems no worse for the wear. You'll know she's not quite smiling herself. Anyway, when you're doing a budget, plan more than you think, set aside what you can and plan, and then have an emergency fund. That's our lesson today, is make sure you have an emergency fund so that even when things throw you curveballs, you can prepare for them and plan for them without going into debt.