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Pet owners across the US report escalating veterinary bills as private equity firms and corporate chains acquire independent veterinary practices. The consolidation trend has left some owners facing difficult decisions about emergency treatment for their animals, including a Pennsylvania man whose cat suffered a seizure in 2024.
Dogs Anonymous, a nonprofit founded by Louise Crane in 2025, runs anonymous Zoom meetings where dog owners admit frustrations with pets exhibiting behavioral problems like resource guarding, demand barking, and aggression. Participants recite shared acknowledgements before discussing issues, with the group focused on connecting owners to animal behavior experts for training and emotional support. Names and identifying details of attendees are withheld to preserve confidentiality.