When calculating the cost of keeping your pet, you need to look at several areas. The first is the initial expense of buying your dog and the basic equipment with which to look after him. Then comes the cost of neutering and identification marking. Finally, there are the routine annual expenses:
- Food
- Internal and external parasite treatments
- Professional grooming charges (where applicable)
- Annual vet checks and vaccination booster
- Trips to the vet in the event of injury/illness
- Replacement grooming equipment and food/water bowls
- Treats
- Replacement toys
- Training Fees
- Insurance Premium
- Boarding kennel charges when you are on holiday
- Household repairs, if your dog turns out to be a demolition expert!
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1 how much does it cost to neuter your pet // Apr 30, 2008 at 4:04 am
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2 rebecca harrison // Jun 5, 2008 at 5:33 am
I am thinking of getting a puppy and am a first dog buyer. Does it really cost that much to keep a dog?
3 Isabel // May 31, 2009 at 9:20 am
I really agree with your list
Exept shouldnt we be adding dog furniture and toys to the list?
I have a little dog called skippy he loves his toys and bed!!! eva so cute! lol!
4 Laura // Dec 29, 2009 at 6:32 am
What would be the longest amount of time to leave a young dog/puppy on its own for?
5 todd // Jul 1, 2011 at 12:10 am
can any of u tell me the prize to keep a dog for 1 year including all the things from the top list
6 Daniel // Oct 9, 2011 at 8:45 am
my mom wont let me have a dog
but i realy want one
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