Having a dog is a huge commitment. Some people easily spend $200 a month by the time you add up food and vet bills and some people spoil their pups with all kinds of things like toys and clothes and treats. I don't think you have to do that but some people choose to. On the other hand, some people have pups who are sick and a serious problem could easily cost you a few thousand dollars. I'm afraid I'm not much help.... I just think that it is a big commitment and if he's not ready for that then maybe it's not the best time. But I will say that having a small dog, I believe is much easier than having a big dog and even my hubby, who was not a small dog person at all before we got our yorkies, has been converted! |