My baby is awfully spoiled now that I look at it.... I should definitely be able to claim him as a dependant on my taxes! He is only 18 months old, so we just got his annual checkup done. Here is the breakdown of my Jamie expenses so far. Some of the things aren't necessary but make our lives easier/happier. I don't use monthly flea treatments so we don't have that expense. Monthly I only spend between $100-130 on Jamie.
Startup Expenses (I had nothing!)
$120 - Two Puppy visits with shots
$35 - Playpen
$30 - 2 Leash/Harness sets
$300 - Neuter, bloodwork, pain meds
$80 - Crate and crate bed
$150 - Grooming Supplies (Peticure, Scissors, Combs, Brush, Grooming Bands, Dental Supplies, Ear Cleaning)
$100 - Miscellaneous (Beds, clothes, blankets, toys, Nutrical)
$50 - Stroller
$100 - Carseat
Per Month...
Food: $40 2 bags NV Raw Medallions
Potty Pads: $15 1 package Arm & Hammer Puppy Pads
Toys: $10
Clothes: $10-$20
Treats $10 (I give Cherrios, Yogurt and Yorkie Yummies.)
Grooming: $0 (I do it all myself.)
Medical Savings Account: $25-$50
Every 6 months...
Heartworm: $25 6 Month supply of Interceptor
Baby Wipes: $20 for large box of wipes
Every year thereafter...
Annual Visit: $120 (Fecal, Boosters, Blood Panel)
Joint Supplement: $40 Synovi G3 120 count (Will last way longer than a year, not necessary for all dogs but Jamie has LP.)
Grooming: $30 Shampoo and Conditioner and Finishing Gel
__________________  Misty & Jamie
Last edited by RebelBelle; 01-28-2009 at 11:49 AM.
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