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Dog Breeds, Expense
"Thomas Silverstein" wrote in message: Do you think that certain types of dogs tend to require a greater financial commitment that others in terms of food, housing, veterinary care and so on? Well bred dogs in general turn out to be less expensive in the long run than poorly bred dogs. What Diane and Paula said are spot on. I will only add that all other things being equal, larger dogs are more expensive than smaller dogs. They tend to eat more, preventative medicines cost more, prescription medicines cost more, etc. And no matter what dog you end up getting, it is good to have emergency funds set aside. This could be some small amount that you save on a monthly basis or a credit card that you set aside for such use. A dog tearing an ACL, or running into something and hurting itself, or cutting its paw while being walked can't really be predicted. Suja |
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Dog Breeds, Expense
Suja wrote: "Thomas Silverstein" wrote in message: Do you think that certain types of dogs tend to require a greater financial commitment that others in terms of food, housing, veterinary care and so on? Well bred dogs in general turn out to be less expensive in the long run than poorly bred dogs. What Diane and Paula said are spot on. I will only add that all other things being equal, larger dogs are more expensive than smaller dogs. They tend to eat more, preventative medicines cost more, prescription medicines cost more, etc. And no matter what dog you end up getting, it is good to have emergency funds set aside. This could be some small amount that you save on a monthly basis or a credit card that you set aside for such use. A dog tearing an ACL, or running into something and hurting itself, or cutting its paw while being walked can't really be predicted. Suja I totally agree with all of this. My parents have a toy poodle from a responsible breeder. (I found the breeder through someone I know and checked all the "fine print".) I have three German Shepherds from a responsible breeder. My mother spends a minute fraction of the cost for her dog's food, flea preventative, etc. She does have to pay a groomer though. Beth |
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Dog Breeds, Expense
"Suja" wrote in message news:i9ZGg.5791$SZ3.850@dukeread04... Well bred dogs in general turn out to be less expensive in the long run than poorly bred dogs. What Diane and Paula said are spot on. I will only add that all other things being equal, larger dogs are more expensive than smaller dogs. They tend to eat more, preventative medicines cost more, prescription medicines cost more, etc. And no matter what dog you end up getting, it is good to have emergency funds set aside. Large and giant breeds cost substantially more. The point about prescription medications being more for larger dogs is spot on- antibiotics for a resistant urinary tract infection requiring Cipro for three weeks for a 200 Lb. dog is not cheap. Ditto heartworm preventative and topical flea preparations. Surgeries are more, and often two veterinarians must be in attendance for a surgery in order to close properly- a long incision is daunting for many "small animal" vets. Dentals w/anesthesia are more- anything which is dosed by the pound can be exhorbitant in a giant breed. And it takes more individual xrays to cover any given area on a big dog, too. Many large/giant breeds are more prone to bloat and pneumonia which is also a large bite out of your wallet. And as they enter old age heart meds and arthritis meds can really eat up a paycheck. It is a real consideration. -- Toni http://www.irish-wolfhounds.com |
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