Well research has shown that this is how much it could cost you to have a dog in its first year!! you have vet bills, vaccinations, spaying nuetering not to mention these little or big accidents that could happen.
Diahorrea, broken bones, foriegn bodies in mouth or stomach to be removed. Sore ears, cuts, mites, fleas, heartworm prevention, stung by something, snake bites.
AND so the list goes on.
So if you want to be a responsible pet owner then be responsible and ask yourself, can i afford it??????
Be realistic, Love alone is not enough for animals they need care and responsibilties, NOW that is really loving your animal.
PLEASE be honest and think about it for the most part it can be a 20 year committment.
2007-01-22 10:41:32 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Emphasis on the CAN be a 20 year committment
2007-01-22 10:48:41 · update #1
I BELIEVE THE QUESTION IS CLEAR!!!! CAN YOU AFFORD IT OR NOT!!!!
2007-01-22 10:50:09 · update #2
i can understand your question!!!because many people get a pet and don't think about the cost!!it is expensive!!but i think if we cut down on other things[like cigarettes,booze whatever]we'll just manage!!besides even if sby can't afford a dog but they give it love and food that is at least something!!when there are thousands of strays that don't even have that!!!
i own 25 cats+strays and 8 dogs!!it's expensive but i gave up many things i really didn't need!!like 3 pairs of shoes,100's of clothes,make-up and things like that!!with the money that i would have spent on unnecessary things i have filled the bellies of starving animals!!!i hope other people help strays and don't just think of the expense!!!some help is better than no help!!!
2007-01-22 11:00:21 · answer #1 · answered by ....FED UP............ 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I can't right now, but I am a jobless 17yo dropout that still lives at home and is fairly spoiled in the physical things. Ask for a ten minute conversation with either parent, it's a totally different story if they aren't paying some therapist that'll make sure they do all the talking, but either way. By the time I get a job and move out I WILL be able to care for my boo, regardless of weather or not her lifesaving vet visit prevents me from eating for a week. I ain't got a lot *in terms of emotional attatchments* but I'll give up what I do *in terms of life's leasures* in order to hold onto the only thing I'm holding on for. Two if you count the cat, but cat's rarely need more than shots, so that's not a worry. What is is where will I get the meds I'll need to hold down that job I need to get?
2007-01-22 19:05:54 · answer #2 · answered by mandy 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I lost my 18 yr old Cocker Spaniel a year ago, about 9 month ago I had to give his 3 yr old son away, as I joined the military. It broke my heart and they were both well worth the money and timeI spent on them. I miss them both dearly.
It is true it can cost alot, but you can also be a smart, cost effective pet owner, by using preventive methods which often are cheaper than treatment. If you get a puppy have it spade/neutered early so it cost less (usually price is based on wieght), find a vet who doesn't charge an office call. Vaccinations (except Rabies which should be given by a license vet) are easily given by a pet owner and is purchased at any decent farm store (ie...TSC).
2007-01-22 18:54:56 · answer #3 · answered by Mack Bolan 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I don't have 1500 to spare but I am going to get a dog anyways and see what happens because if I need extra money I know the government will step in and pay for it. They sure wouldn't let an innocent dog suffer from my blatent bad decisions. That would mean more food, a better place to live......etc. Oh, my bad.....I am taking this time right before I PAY my taxes to complain about what people think when having a WELFARE BABY and where all my tax money is WASTED.
2007-01-22 18:51:05 · answer #4 · answered by gin and juice 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
20 years seem just a bit long. However, the point you are making is a good one. However, many people here aren't going to get it.
The Trolls are going to argue that it doesn't cost that much, because they don't take their dogs to the vet. They can feed them Ol' Roy, and they can treat their dogs with Sevin dust if they have fleas!
The rest of us understand the cost of vaccinations, flea and heart worm preventatives, quality dog food, etc. Thanks for trying to make people think!
2007-01-22 19:00:11 · answer #5 · answered by Katslookup - a Fostering Fool! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, indeed its very sad to think of those animals that are suffering due to the fact there are more animals than people that can really care for them out there.
Its even more sad to see adds in the paper for breeders selling AKC, when there are so many others that are in a shelter waiting to be adopted.
2007-01-22 18:48:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I don't know too many dogs that live 20 years....
But yes, I agree with you.
On the flip side - taken over 20 years to raise a child costs over $610,000.00 according to statistics.... should the same logic apply?
2007-01-22 18:46:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you
But what is the question again?
(ps most dogs don't live for 20 years)
2007-01-22 18:49:06 · answer #8 · answered by YaYa 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No I could not afford that.But I dont think it would really cost thta much.I am hoping to get me a small dog soon.I will take it to the vet for all the shots and stuff.But I will also love it like a child I never had.It will be my best friend.When I grt the money to buy one. Be good god bless
2007-01-22 19:38:58 · answer #9 · answered by rooroo1232001 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋
My little Toy Fox Terrier is priceless. Her name is Lu-Lu and she loves us and we love her.I have had a dog all my life and I am 76 yrs. so I suppose according to you I have spent a small fortune but oh ! the joy that has filled my soul, that too is priceless.
2007-01-22 18:56:49 · answer #10 · answered by Jill ❤'s U.S.A 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋