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That is SUCH a good point! I am the same as you--I do not do all of the things that some people my age do either. Christ, I don't even take vacations! I am 30 years old and have only flown twice. I don't drink, smoke, do drugs, etc. But, I do spend on other hobbies, house stuff, clothes, etc. And I am an intern living on loans, so that is part of the problem. I am not spending "income", I am spending debt.
The other thing I am worrying about is the additional costs. I knew about vaccinations and spaying, but now my boyfriend is talking about puppy socialization classes. They are 75 for 5. My boyfriend likes terriers, and he is getting frustrated that she will not come to us when we call her sometimes. She will sit and stare at us. He tries the high voice, the stern voice, etc. So he is thinking she will need some puppy classes, and I know I want her in obedience training when she is the right age. She is 11 weeks tomorrow. So, those types of classes sure add up.
Have you all seen the "My dog record book" by Rachel Hale? Ohmygod, it is so cute, and a great dog "babybook". |