Do pet care costs count against medical deductible?

blongVB · ‎January 29, 2025

If I spend several thousand dollars in vet costs in 2024, do they count against my medical cost deduction?

CatinaT1 · ‎January 29, 2025

No. Deducting medical expenses for pets is not allowed as a medical expense. The only exception would be if your pet is a certified service animal, like a guide dog.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎January 29, 2025

No---Sorry, you cannot deduct medical expenses for your pets.

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CatinaT1 · ‎January 29, 2025

No. Deducting medical expenses for pets is not allowed as a medical expense. The only exception would be if your pet is a certified service animal, like a guide dog.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎January 29, 2025

Yes----an actual certified service animal, though---not an "emotional support" animal.

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