Here’s How Much It Costs To Own A Dog

If you're thinking about adding a dog to your family, this is how much it will cost you.

I grew up with dogs. I really miss having one.

Every time I think about getting one, my wife reminds me about how much responsibility they are to own.

Plus, it's not cheap.

According to mentalfloss.com, "The true cost of owning a dog."

Intitial Expenses (average)

• Adoption fees $0 - $600
• Spay or neuter $200 - $800
• Microchip $40 
• Vaccinations $75 - $100
• Collar and leash $6 - $50
• Food bowls $10 - $50
• Food $40 - $60
• Poop bags  $6 - $20
• Crate and bed $25 - $250
• Shampoo and brushes $5 - $10
• Stain and odor removers $10
• Potty pads $16 - $35
• Toys $10 to $200
• Flea and tick $40 - $200
• Treats $6
• Heartworm $24 - $120
• Teeth care $10

Total $1,487

Monthly Expenses (average)

• Food $40 - $60
• Toys $10
• Flea and tick $40 - $200
• Heartworm $24 - $120
• Teeth care $10
• Poop bags $6 - $20
• Treats $6

Total $153

Optional Health Care Expenses (average)

• Annual exam $250
• Pet insurance $360 - $600 

Total $730

Potential Expenses (average)

• Emergency vet bill $500 - $1,000
• Teeth cleaning $200 - $500
• Pet sitting $300
• Training $240 - $600
• Grooming $30 - $100
• Apartment pet deposit $200 - $600
• License $10

Total $1,000

Average Annual cost of getting a dog $3,370

Too bad dogs can't get jobs to support themselves.

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