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Originally Posted by ShowGirlLola  How will she feel about vet or grooming bills?
I've spent more on vet bills for my healthy 1.5 year old than I did on her. I think $600 to get her spayed, and a few hundred on shots, vet appointments, and flea drops. Grooming would be at least $60 every few months too, but I do it myself. |
So true!
The one time, up front, cost of buying a yorkie is nothing compared to the upkeep.
OP, I noticed on your other thread that you prefer the short puppy cut to long hair. Do you plan on grooming yourself or paying a groomer?
Grooming fees, puppy shots, vet visits, spay/neuter, heartworm meds, quality food and treats, all add up quickly. Add to that a trip to the ER with a sick dog just one time, and you are well over the initial cost of the puppy.
Are you prepared for the additional cost of upkeep after purchasing the puppy?
*I can also justify all the associated dog owner costs...I've not shared comparisons to designer shoes and handbags yet, or meals out at restaurants.
