n this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.

Episode 3 highlights:
The cost of common pet conditions/emergencies to be aware of
How much to have saved if you don't have insurance 
How to communicate with your vet over financial aspects of pet care
How telehealth can help you reduce unnecessary trips to the vet and get immediate advice at home

PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=vetchat  

Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

n this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.
Episode 3 highlights:
<ul>
<li>The cost of common pet conditions/emergencies to be aware of</li>
<li>How much to have saved if you don't have insurance&nbsp;</li>
<li>How to communicate with your vet over financial aspects of pet care</li>
<li>How telehealth can help you reduce unnecessary trips to the vet and get immediate advice at home</li>
</ul>
PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies <a href="https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat">https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat</a> &nbsp;
Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

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Pet Finances Miniseries: how to build a financial safety net for your pet, with vet Claire Jenkins

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.

Episode 2 highlights:
Financial anxiety as a pet parent and what causes it
Common red flags to look out for in your pets
What mix of savings/insurance/coverage/check ups is ideal to stay on top of pet costs
A vet's advice for keeping your pet healthy when they hate going to the vet

PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=vetchat  

Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.
Episode 2 highlights:
<ul>
<li>Financial anxiety as a pet parent and what causes it</li>
<li>Common red flags to look out for in your pets</li>
<li>What mix of savings/insurance/coverage/check ups is ideal to stay on top of pet costs</li>
<li>A vet's advice for keeping your pet healthy when they hate going to the vet</li>
</ul>
PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies <a href="https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat">https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat</a> &nbsp;
Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

Pet Finances Miniseries: A vet’s advice on managing financial anxiety as a pet parent, with vet Claire Jenkins

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.

Episode 1 highlights:
Is pet insurance really worth it?
How do I understand my policy better?
What if I don't have it and it's too late now?
The role of telehealth in managing your pet's health

PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=vetchat  

Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

In this 3-part mini series I'm joined by vet and founder of VetChat, Claire Jenkins, to talk about the cost of pet ownership and how we can manage the cost of pet care amidst the cost of living crisis. These episodes feature insights from our pet owner survey, as well as tips, tricks and advice from Claire on handling the financial aspect of pet ownership.
Episode 1 highlights:
<ul>
<li>Is pet insurance really worth it?</li>
<li>How do I understand my policy better?</li>
<li>What if I don't have it and it's too late now?</li>
<li>The role of telehealth in managing your pet's health</li>
</ul>
PLUS there's a special offer for The Broke Generation listeners: use code VET10 to get 10% off your VetChat Plus membership and get unlimited telehealth appointments at any time of day, plus cover for 5 common pet emergencies <a href="https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat">https://www.vetchat.com.au/vetchat-plus?utm_source=the-broke-generation&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=vetchat</a> &nbsp;
Where to find Claire and VetChat on social media: https://www.instagram.com/vetchataustralia/

Pet Finances Miniseries: Is pet insurance worth the cost? (and what to do if you don't have it) feat. vet and founder of VetChat Claire Jenkins

In 2025 I committed going one whole year without buying clothes... for a SECOND TIME! In this episode I take you through what I learned, the challenges, the wins, and how it differed from the first time around.

The Wardrobe Project group challenge is now open for enrolment for our next cohort starting March 1st, and early bird pricing is available until 12th Feb! Save your spot here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/the-wardrobe-project-cohort-3/

Mentioned in this episode:
My new book, The Wardrobe Project: A year of buying less and liking yourself more: https://amzn.to/4qpQEge
Previous episode about my experience giving up buying clothes for a year: https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/episodes/i-didnt-buy-clothes-for-one-year-heres-everything-i-learned/?portfolioCats=362

ORDER THE WARDROBE PROJECT!
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Canada: https://shorturl.at/PgcJx 

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In 2025 I committed going one whole year without buying clothes... for a SECOND TIME! In this episode I take you through what I learned, the challenges, the wins, and how it differed from the first time around.
The Wardrobe Project group challenge is now open for enrolment for our next cohort starting March 1st, and early bird pricing is available until 12th Feb! Save your spot here: https://thebrokegeneration.com/product/the-wardrobe-project-cohort-3/
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li>My new book, The Wardrobe Project: A year of buying less and liking yourself more: <a href="https://amzn.to/4qpQEge">https://amzn.to/4qpQEge</a></li>
<li>Previous episode about my experience giving up buying clothes for a year: <a href="https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/episodes/i-didnt-buy-clothes-for-one-year-heres-everything-i-learned/?portfolioCats=362">https://thebrokegeneration.com/blog/episodes/i-didnt-buy-clothes-for-one-year-heres-everything-i-learned/?portfolioCats=362</a></li>
</ul>
ORDER THE WARDROBE PROJECT!
<ul>
<li>Australia/NZ:&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/3Jatx9x">https://amzn.to/3Jatx9x</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>UK:&nbsp;<a href="https://shorturl.at/fKH5O">https://shorturl.at/fKH5O</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Non-Amazon UK Preorder:&nbsp;<a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/put-together-emma-edwards/7870598?ean=9781394376810">Bookshop.org&nbsp;</a></li>
<li>US:&nbsp;<a href="https://shorturl.at/9KNyb">https://shorturl.at/9KNyb</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Canada:&nbsp;<a href="https://shorturl.at/PgcJx">https://shorturl.at/PgcJx</a><a href="https://shorturl.at/PgcJx%C2%A0">&nbsp;</a></li>
</ul>
ORDER MY FIRST BOOK, GOOD WITH MONEY
<ul>
<li>Australia/NZ: https://amzn.to/4aoSWbe</li>
<li>UK: https://shorturl.at/WQsjo</li>
<li>US: https://shorturl.at/zrmtg</li>
</ul>
Where to find me
Website: <a href="https://thebrokegeneration.com/subscribe/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_campaign=newsletter_subscribe_link_click&amp;utm_id=Podcast+Show+Notes">https://thebrokegeneration.com/</a> Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration">https://instagram.com/the.brokegeneration</a> TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration">https://www.tiktok.com/@the.brokegeneration</a> &nbsp;
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