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January 29, 2025
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Do pet care costs count against medical deductible?

  • January 29, 2025
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If I spend several thousand dollars in vet costs in 2024, do they count against my medical cost deduction?

Best answer by CatinaT1

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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Employee
January 29, 2025

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

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CatinaT1
CatinaT1Answer
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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Employee
January 29, 2025

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

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