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Kbsqueff · 11-04-2007, 05:34 AM

I have 2 furbutts and a turtle, and I believe we spend WAY more than $ 200,00 every 3 months w/ them

And every time a family member travels to USA, Germany or Uruguay I always ask'em to bring a few items for the girls...

tumismom · 11-04-2007, 06:21 AM

sigh..i spend at least 400 a month on tumi alone. Now that i have Gracie i'll prob. spend more. Sometimes i spend more since it's their time to be groomed. My groomer charges $50 per puppy. I know it's crazy..but i can't stop getting them stuff plus they are picky about food so i have to mix and match their food all the time. my fiance just rolls his eyes everytime he sees the credit card bills.haah..but he loves his girls.

pepper2004 · 11-04-2007, 08:49 AM

I got Noah Oct. 7th so I've spent a huge amount of money in a month. I bought him everything he needed. Now I shop once a week for him. Also I have a cat and a older dog to take care of. They are worth every dime I spend on them.

ocmommyof2 · 11-04-2007, 10:12 AM

$200 in 6 months??? OMG I think I spent more than that the first day I brought little Delilah home! It's not like I needed everything, because I already have two other doggies in the house. Yeah, I guess you could say my babies are a little spoiled! Between the three furbabies, and my two real kids, I am embarrassed at how much I spend!

By the way...this is my 100th post!!!! Whoo hoooo!!!

Yorkiedaze · 11-04-2007, 11:31 AM

It's nothing for me to spend anywhere from $100.00 to $300.00 in one month alone. Last month I spent over $300.00 and already this month I just spent almost $1,800.00 on them a treadmill so I don't have to take anymore chances at getting them attacked or stolen. I've read enough horror stories about attacks and being snatched right out of the owners hands. No thank you!! Now that they have a treadmill to walk on every day, I can now take faster walks. I love getting out to walk, but it was slow going with the dogs.

Buddy-licious · 11-04-2007, 11:36 AM

I have never even thought about it. But I can say that I rarely come home without something for him. Treats, cloths, toys, etc.... I am going to try to keep track this next month on how much I spend.

mistyinca · 11-04-2007, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by alaskayorkie

I was quite delighted today when I opened the mail and saw that I got a $35 gift certificate to my pet supply store. Then I read the accompanying letter. It said once you spend a minimum of $300 in six months, they give you a 10 percent discount via gift certificate.

In other words, I've spent $350 on Eddie and Jack at this one store in the last six months.

Granted, this is where I buy all their food, all their toys, and, let me see, their toothpaste. But $350 in six months? Sheesh. Do I have spoiled Yorkies or what?

To see if I need intervention, I'm doing this poll. Answer truthfully. It's anonymous.

Only $350?!!!

I need to know what this place is, because I would have gotten a bigger certificate!

You do not want to know what has been spent on Chloe in the past six months!!

tumismom · 11-04-2007, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

It's nothing for me to spend anywhere from $100.00 to $300.00 in one month alone. Last month I spent over $300.00 and already this month I just spent almost $1,800.00 on them a treadmill so I don't have to take anymore chances at getting them attacked or stolen. I've read enough horror stories about attacks and being snatched right out of the owners hands. No thank you!! Now that they have a treadmill to walk on every day, I can now take faster walks. I love getting out to walk, but it was slow going with the dogs.

yay! join the treadmill club! lol..isn't it great!!!

Yorkiedaze · 11-04-2007, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by tumismom

yay! join the treadmill club! lol..isn't it great!!!

The delivery guy nearly had a hernia Friday when he tried getting it into the garage. Then my husband had to get a friend to help him get the thing into the sunroom. I didn't realize how big and heavy those things are. Anyway he put it together today and I put Zada and Azrael on it and played with them. Next, when I put them on it and turn it on I will try and make it fun for them. I'll start them on it about an hour after they eat breakfast.
How long do you run yours on it?

tumismom · 11-04-2007, 02:05 PM

I started tumi with just 5 min at a time and then slowly increase the time. i only let her on it for about 30 min at a time. twice a day, so an hour a day. she loves her treadmill. she doesnt cry or whine or wants to be off until i get her off. i am sure she will be on it for like 3 hr if i don't stop her. haha

flgurl69 · 11-04-2007, 03:08 PM

After reading this post I was curious about how much I had spent.......Well I went and totaled up my Paypal purchaces for my furbabies since June, which is about the same time I joined YT.....it's mostly clothes and accessories......also includes some Ebay purchases too but I have to admit I am shocked......... I'm at about $2700!

I guess it adds up pretty fast. I'd hate to see what it would be if I included food, vet expenses and things I bought at local dog boutiques, etc.

Whew.....I might need an intervention.

Its just so hard to resist when YT has sooo many talented people who make sooo many wonderful things for our babies!

diggy4 · 11-05-2007, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alaskayorkie

I was quite delighted today when I opened the mail and saw that I got a $35 gift certificate to my pet supply store. Then I read the accompanying letter. It said once you spend a minimum of $300 in six months, they give you a 10 percent discount via gift certificate.

In other words, I've spent $350 on Eddie and Jack at this one store in the last six months.

Granted, this is where I buy all their food, all their toys, and, let me see, their toothpaste. But $350 in six months? Sheesh. Do I have spoiled Yorkies or what?

To see if I need intervention, I'm doing this poll. Answer truthfully. It's anonymous.

Mike, yes you need intervention but not for How much you spend on your babies!!!

You need to come into chat more please....we miss picking on you terribly

I was spending over a hundred a month EASY but after a lil intervention for myself I realized how many needy yorkies are out the in rescues in need so I have cut down a bit and try donating a lil more!!!

Congrats on ur new baby your an ANGEL

ARCHIE · 11-05-2007, 11:03 AM

Really never thought about it until now.
Let's see:

Food/ 11.99 per 5lbs x 2 per mo = 24.00 x 6 = $144.00
Treats/ aprox 25.00 month x 6 = $150.00
Boiled chicken = $14.00 x 6 = $84.00
Flea & Tick = 6 months = $36.00
Heartguard = 6 months = $24.00

Total = $438.00
plus extras.
Just bought a new bed = $ 60.00
& blanklet = $24.00
Total = $522.00
Hmmmmmmm and that's without clothes because he hates them.
I groom myself now so I save $45.00 every 6-7 weeks.
Wow it sure adds up dosen't it. But is sooooooooo much fun.

HallTx1203 · 11-05-2007, 06:12 PM

Am so glad Hubby does not read YT....6 months

Food(Canidae- 40 lbs) every 2 weeks. $36.98 + tx $445.00
Vet (neuters-pain meds x2) $120.00
Vet (shots x3) $180.00
Vet (Heartworm x3) 35 for 2 yorks-6mon 35 for Rott-6mon $ 70.00
Vet (Frontline-Gunnar) $ 35.00
Toys & Treats $300.00
Clothes, Leashes, Harnesses, Collars, Beds $600.00

And this does not include the new sewing machine, fabric, & notions that I HAD to have..lol

These are from receipts from my Paypal and cc's

Gunnar's toys last maybe a week or so and have to be replaced...

littlewhip · 11-05-2007, 06:26 PM

I havent added any thing up , but i know if i would stay out of the for sale threads i could buy a new car next yr

View Poll Results: How much do you spend per Yorkie on food/accessories in 6 months?
Less than $50	4	3.31%
$51 to $100	15	12.40%
$101 to $150	13	10.74%
$151 to $200	12	9.92%
$200 and above	77	63.64%
Voters: 121. You may not vote on this poll

11-04-2007, 10:12 AM	#19
ocmommyof2 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 234	$200 in 6 months??? OMG I think I spent more than that the first day I brought little Delilah home! It's not like I needed everything, because I already have two other doggies in the house. Yeah, I guess you could say my babies are a little spoiled! Between the three furbabies, and my two real kids, I am embarrassed at how much I spend! By the way...this is my 100th post!!!! Whoo hoooo!!! __________________ ocmommyof2 Love my Delilah , Joey , and Madison

11-04-2007, 11:36 AM	#21
Buddy-licious Donating YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Charlotte,nc Posts: 1,976	I have never even thought about it. But I can say that I rarely come home without something for him. Treats, cloths, toys, etc.... I am going to try to keep track this next month on how much I spend. __________________ Rhonda, Buddy-licious and Sammie

11-04-2007, 03:08 PM	#26
flgurl69 <3 My Little Bella Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cape Coral, Florida Posts: 2,143	After reading this post I was curious about how much I had spent.......Well I went and totaled up my Paypal purchaces for my furbabies since June, which is about the same time I joined YT.....it's mostly clothes and accessories......also includes some Ebay purchases too but I have to admit I am shocked......... I'm at about $2700! I guess it adds up pretty fast. I'd hate to see what it would be if I included food, vet expenses and things I bought at local dog boutiques, etc. Whew.....I might need an intervention. Its just so hard to resist when YT has sooo many talented people who make sooo many wonderful things for our babies! __________________ Official Member of The cRaZy Club Love all, trust a few. Do wrong to none. William Shakespeare

11-05-2007, 06:12 PM	#29
HallTx1203 Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: CENTRAL TEXAS Posts: 1,867	Am so glad Hubby does not read YT....6 months Food(Canidae- 40 lbs) every 2 weeks. $36.98 + tx $445.00 Vet (neuters-pain meds x2) $120.00 Vet (shots x3) $180.00 Vet (Heartworm x3) 35 for 2 yorks-6mon 35 for Rott-6mon $ 70.00 Vet (Frontline-Gunnar) $ 35.00 Toys & Treats $300.00 Clothes, Leashes, Harnesses, Collars, Beds $600.00 And this does not include the new sewing machine, fabric, & notions that I HAD to have..lol These are from receipts from my Paypal and cc's Gunnar's toys last maybe a week or so and have to be replaced... __________________ Joyce and Shelby

11-04-2007, 05:34 AM	#16
Kbsqueff YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rio Grande do Sul - BRAZIL Posts: 1,054	I have 2 furbutts and a turtle, and I believe we spend WAY more than $ 200,00 every 3 months w/ them And every time a family member travels to USA, Germany or Uruguay I always ask'em to bring a few items for the girls...

11-04-2007, 06:21 AM	#17
tumismom Owned by Tumi & Gracie Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 2,321	sigh..i spend at least 400 a month on tumi alone. Now that i have Gracie i'll prob. spend more. Sometimes i spend more since it's their time to be groomed. My groomer charges $50 per puppy. I know it's crazy..but i can't stop getting them stuff plus they are picky about food so i have to mix and match their food all the time. my fiance just rolls his eyes everytime he sees the credit card bills.haah..but he loves his girls.

11-04-2007, 08:49 AM	#18
pepper2004 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 123	I got Noah Oct. 7th so I've spent a huge amount of money in a month. I bought him everything he needed. Now I shop once a week for him. Also I have a cat and a older dog to take care of. They are worth every dime I spend on them.

11-04-2007, 11:31 AM	#20
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	It's nothing for me to spend anywhere from $100.00 to $300.00 in one month alone. Last month I spent over $300.00 and already this month I just spent almost $1,800.00 on them a treadmill so I don't have to take anymore chances at getting them attacked or stolen. I've read enough horror stories about attacks and being snatched right out of the owners hands. No thank you!! Now that they have a treadmill to walk on every day, I can now take faster walks. I love getting out to walk, but it was slow going with the dogs.

11-04-2007, 02:05 PM	#25
tumismom Owned by Tumi & Gracie Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 2,321	I started tumi with just 5 min at a time and then slowly increase the time. i only let her on it for about 30 min at a time. twice a day, so an hour a day. she loves her treadmill. she doesnt cry or whine or wants to be off until i get her off. i am sure she will be on it for like 3 hr if i don't stop her. haha

11-05-2007, 11:03 AM	#28
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	Really never thought about it until now. Let's see: Food/ 11.99 per 5lbs x 2 per mo = 24.00 x 6 = $144.00 Treats/ aprox 25.00 month x 6 = $150.00 Boiled chicken = $14.00 x 6 = $84.00 Flea & Tick = 6 months = $36.00 Heartguard = 6 months = $24.00 Total = $438.00 plus extras. Just bought a new bed = $ 60.00 & blanklet = $24.00 Total = $522.00 Hmmmmmmm and that's without clothes because he hates them. I groom myself now so I save $45.00 every 6-7 weeks. Wow it sure adds up dosen't it. But is sooooooooo much fun.

11-05-2007, 06:26 PM	#30
littlewhip Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: wiith my furbabys Posts: 8,874	I havent added any thing up , but i know if i would stay out of the for sale threads i could buy a new car next yr __________________