Comments on: How Much Does a Dog Cost per Month? https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/ Money Saving, Making Money, and Investment Ideas Sat, 24 Apr 2021 19:50:49 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.22 By: Derek Chamberlain https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11066 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 11:06:36 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11066 Lynda,

That’s a great simile. They really are like potato chips. For us, I wanted a dog mainly for the kids as I can remember loving our family dog more than just about anything when I was a little kid. They do cause some frustration and stress at times, but overall they are a great addition to the family.

I can understand your decision to not jump back on the train to get another dog. I’d probably do the same thing in your situation 🙂

]]> By: Derek Chamberlain https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11065 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 11:03:56 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11065 Jon,

Yes – the costs really do add up fast, and it’s best to sit down beforehand a do a little pre-planning to really understand what you are getting yourself into.

]]> By: Lynda https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11052 Sat, 14 Mar 2015 03:02:14 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11052 After owning dogs most of my life I have now decided that the one I have now will be my last, and she will be 13 in another week. A lot of that decision came about after looking at the costs involved and also my age – a new dog may outlive me now. It is a wise person who looks at all of this before getting taken away by those “take me home eyes” 😉
My dogs have given me a lot of good memories over the years and a lot of new friends as we traveled all over North America and even to the UK. It was a very good experience, so, also consider what you really want a dog for. Sometimes they are like potato chips – you can’t just have one. 😉

]]> By: Jon @ Money Smart Guides https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11033 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 19:25:34 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11033 I’ve seen too many people ignore the costs of dog ownership and have to give it up or simply mistreat it. It’s best to take the time to understand the costs so you can be certain that you can afford the dog before you buy it.

]]> By: Derek Chamberlain https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11031 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 11:03:39 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11031 It’s hard to put a price on unconditional love!

]]> By: Amos https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11029 Sat, 07 Mar 2015 08:11:55 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11029 I agree with you!!!I always thought that after buying my dog it would be cheaper staying with it.I find myself spending thousands over the year but it has brought more joy into our house.

]]> By: Derek Chamberlain https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11027 Fri, 06 Mar 2015 23:09:36 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11027 Yeah – you really can spend thousands extra over the years if you pick a bigger dog or one that requires a lot of grooming. I actually didn’t realize how big an impact it could have on your budget until I actually ran the numbers!

]]> By: Derek Chamberlain https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11026 Fri, 06 Mar 2015 23:08:42 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11026 That’s not bad for a German Shepherd – hopefully you’re having more luck with potty training than we are 🙂

]]> By: Amos https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11022 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 14:45:24 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11022 I was planning to buy a dog after my cat passed on due to an accident.This information will help.Though that’s quite expensive too.

]]> By: Clarisse @ Make Money Your Way https://www.moneyahoy.com/how-much-does-a-dog-cost-per-month/#comment-11021 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 14:16:10 +0000 http://www.moneyahoy.com/?p=2852#comment-11021 We just bought a German Shepherd pup last December for $360! Actually, I hate it because she was really expensive, but when I saw her, I started to love her. 🙂 Yes, the vet bill was really costly too, especially when you need to complete your dog’s vaccine and unexpected check up.

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