We have recently gotten two puppies, which is not your case, but I just wanted to warn you that the initial cost can be quite a bit. We had a 85 lb lab before these pups so we had to get most everything new, except cages because we had them for all sizes. After the initial cost though it all depends on the dog and you. We have had them for a month and after the first week and besides the vet visits for their shots we have hardly spent any money. Another thing to help you out is that big dogs are A LOT more money. So I guess the expense of these little guys doesn't bother us. Big dogs go through so much more food and chews, etc. I just wanted to let you know that there is a difference in small and large dogs in general. Another tip from a person that just got puppies, check the breeders guarantee. Not only the guarantee in general but what it covers. When we got our guys home one had ear mites, which cost $7 to treat, no big deal, but she said to send her the bill. We weren't going to but our guys also had coccidia, which was not covered, and between the fecal samples and the meds it was like $35. So needless to say we sent the ear mite bill just because we had to pay for this other illness. This is an illness that a lot of puppies get and can be treated and they will be fine, but it was just the fact that we just paid for puppies and they were already sick. So just a little heads up to check up on that. When she told us when we were purchasing that coccidia was not covered we were like o, well I am sure they are fine, well they weren't. Anyway, they have been treated and are doing great...illness free!! Good luck with everything and enjoy your new pup! They are LOTS of fun! |