ID chip, and inoculation for dogs?

Question

I am thinking of getting a bull mastiff puppy but would like to know if anyone can give me info on the cost involve of
ID chip, inoculation and neutering... this will be my first doggy
and would like to know more about the above. The owner will deworm and frontline the puppy - the rest is up to me.

thank you

Answer 1

Neutering varies by area.

On national average, you should expect to pay around $65-85 for all of the shots for the first year of life, neuter is anywhere between $60-250 depending on how early you do it, where you go and where you live. This may/may not also cover the other expenses like the office visits each time,. Figure in another $5-12 per visit if you get your dogs nails clipped and don't do it yourself. You may also have to deworm the puppy again.

Then also remember to figure in buying a collar and leash, buying a dog crate, food, toothbrush and dog toothpaste, flea prevention, and heartworm pills. But keep in mind all of these expenses will be on the high end because of the size of the dog. She was an 150 lb dog.

Mastiffs eat A LOT of food. I had a foster dog who was a mastiff and was eating 5 cups of premium food per day because of her size and age (she was not a senior). And you will want to get a higher quality food since your time with your mastiff is short (big guys don't live as long as smaller dogs) and you want them to be healthy as possible for as long as possible. I just couldn't believe the amount of food we went through with her.

Keep in mind with a mastiff, they can be absolute lambs, but you need to especially dog proof your home for accidental knock overs.

There are many other expenses I can't think of off the top of my head.

Answer 2

first of all and most importantly

you do know how big these dogs get dont you.

if you live in a flat, or


house with tiny garden

work all day

dont get any kind of dog you cannot leave a dog all day.

yes get the dog neutered/spayed and chipped and inooculated

and have the booster innoculation every year,

worm the dog twice a year with a good vets product, not something bought in a super market.

you are aware of the cost of feeding a bull mastiff. adult size.

and the time spent brushing, and cleaning up the house after the dog.


i am trying to put you off buying a dog of any kind unless you have really thought about this.

there are too many dogs looing to be rehomed because the people who bought them did not think

we have rescued 3 dogs now. so why not have athink about rehoming a older dog.

there may even be puppies or youngsters available through a good bull mastiff rescue society.

please think seriously about getting a dog.

Answer 3

You may want to check with your local ASPCA or town hall, as they often provide low-cost clinics for innoculations and spay/neuters. Calling a local vet will also give you a better idea as to cost, it can vary widely from region to region.

There are a couple companies that do chipping: www.avidmicrochip.com and www.homeagainid.com are the most well known ones. Just make sure that when you have this done, you keep your personal information current (address, phone number etc.)

A note, most reputable breeders will give puppies their first round of shots as well as deworming and flea/tick medications. You should get a breeder referrall from your local/regional breed club, or a rescue group, so you can avoid people selling dogs just for profit. Check out the American Bullmastiff Assn. http://clubs.akc.org/aba/

Answer 4

The price for micro-chipping at my vets is £10 as they don't believe in making a profit out of it. I think the injections were around £40. (I have a great vet) As others have said the cost of neutering will depend on the size/weight of the dog.

Answer 5

Phone round a few of your local vets to get an idea of costs. If money is an issue, you would be well advised to take out pet insurance, Bullmastiffs are a big breed so most treatments are expensive & innoculations would be the least of your worries. Make sure you are buying from a reputable breeder who follows the Club's Code of Ethics, to increase your chances of getting a healthy pup with a good temperament to start with.

Answer 6

You have to wait at least 6 months until it can be neutered and the cost goes on the weight of the dog... so it depends how big he is by then! It cost us 145 pound...and hes 11 months old.

Our ID chip for our Rottie cost us around 60 pound..

As for injections Ive no idea as he has them every year! So alot of money put it that way.

Best to ask your local vet as I'm sure that some vets differ in prices.

Answer 7

In Northern VA, USA
There is a pet store, Petsmart, that have a vet hospital located inside, Banfield Pet Hospital. I paid $400 for the standard plan that included vaccines, check-ups, and neutering for the first year of the puppies life, afterwards there are other plans you can purchase.

Answer 8

Charges vary from vet to vet. Micro chipping our Doberman only cost £20 (we were very pleasantly surprised!)

The thing that I have really picked up on, though, is the fact that a bull mastiff puppy will be your first dog. Please, before you make a final commitment, talk to a vet and the RSPCA on best ways to handle and train these dogs, which are very large and very powerful and can be, unless trained properly, be very aggressive, particularly with other dogs.

I hope all goes well, but please be careful.

Answer 9

id chips usually costs arond the 25 pounds mark, when mine had her annual innoculation my did a deal and it only cost me 54 pounds to have both done check when booking your puppy in.neutering costs are around the 180 pounds mark but all vets charges varies. make sure you insure it , vet bills are so costly. hope if you do get your puppy that you will be as pleased as us . they are freinds for life , would not swope mine for all the money in the world. wish you all the good luck i am sure you be lovely owners.

Answer 10

in Indiana, USA...
-Chip costs $40 and 12 dollars to activate. IT IS WORTH IT!!!!
- neutering depends on the weight (80-120 dollars)
- blood testing before neutering- optional but a good idea (30-40 dollars)
-Vaccinations-- 30 to 60 dollars depending on how many and what kinds you do
-heart worm prevantive (40 dollars for six months... will get more expensive as dog gets bigger)