Older dogs may or may not be a big expense. I would like to point out however, young dogs or puppies can be a heck of a large expense in Vet bills so if money is a big issue, you might want to think twice about a dog nowadays at all.
Vet costs have risen dramatically. A puppy is possible to get Pet Insurance and there are several plans. That will be a monthly expense right off the top.
I sold an 8 months old boy some years ago, he was just too small for show, I had him neutered and a nice couple came along and got him for pet.
Two weeks later he jumped off teh arm of the recliner broke a front leg. Now a broken leg can easily run $2000 in Vet bills.
Expenses can involve illness or accident.
Once you leave for college leave it up to your mom whether or not to get a dog if she wants one. Many do experience empty nest syndrom when the last kid leaves. |