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Minnesotans Spend $86 Monthly On Pets, Below Nat'l Average

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- People love their pets like they're members of the family. Now, a new survey reveals how much people spend on their favorite furries.

A new survey from OppLoans found that, on average, Americans spend about $126 dollars to keep their pets happy and healthy.

Here in Minnesota, the average is about $86 a month.

The survey also found that dog owners spend about $47 more per month than cat owners.

Additionally, the group spending the most on their pets currently -- millennials. They spend $173.67 per month on their animals, according to the survey.

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