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MyFairLacy · 11-02-2007, 05:54 PM

Yes, definitely make sure you could afford the vet bills if your dog suddenly got sick or injured. I've been pretty fortunate with Lacy so far - mostly just yearly check-ups and an eye infection once that wasn't too expensive to treat. A couple months ago though she developed a urinary tract infection which cost me $300 to treat...and that was just for a little urinary tract infection. She also has LP which I'm really hoping she'll never need surgery for (not bothering her right now) but that could cost $1500 if she does end up needing surgery. I have a friend whose minpin broke its leg jumping from her husbands arms - cost her about $600 to fix. So please make sure you can afford to care for the dog before you get one

11-02-2007, 05:54 PM	#14
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Yes, definitely make sure you could afford the vet bills if your dog suddenly got sick or injured. I've been pretty fortunate with Lacy so far - mostly just yearly check-ups and an eye infection once that wasn't too expensive to treat. A couple months ago though she developed a urinary tract infection which cost me $300 to treat...and that was just for a little urinary tract infection. She also has LP which I'm really hoping she'll never need surgery for (not bothering her right now) but that could cost $1500 if she does end up needing surgery. I have a friend whose minpin broke its leg jumping from her husbands arms - cost her about $600 to fix. So please make sure you can afford to care for the dog before you get one __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.