It cost me nearly $200 just to have Loki neutered. Not to mention pulling of baby teeth, shots, etc. The rescues have to charge enough to cover their costs. MOST rescues, if not all, at least spay or neuter their dogs before they release them. The younger ones need shots and such too which cost money. I'd expect them to at least recoup that so that they can have $ to go rescue another dog. Some older dogs or dogs rescued from puppy mills have all sorts of problems they need to treat, from dental problems to surgery or whatever. That will be reflected in the cost of the dog. |