[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by KazzyK810

I think it's hard to compare America to Europe in terms of just a $ value. A pet yorkie from a good breeder may be just over a $1,000. But that's just ONE month of the average cost of house rent in the States.

The cost of actually buying a dog from breeder is negligible compared to the cost of dog ownership. I spent more money in the first six months on ZoE's required shots, required licensing, required spay, car seat, stroller & purse carrier than I did to get her....and that doesn't include any treats, food, chewsticks or toys whatsoever for that time period. I've spent over twice that in this 2nd year with regular vetting & an emergency room visit & follow up vetting...again, not including any food, treats, toys, etc. Which is why people say if you can't afford the dog...you probably can't afford to care for the dog, because the actual cost of the dog is a drop in the bucket compared to the life long care of that same dog.

And that price can go massively up if you get a puppy from a breeder who does no genetic or health testing and doesn't know there lines.