"Bringing Home a Puppy: Comprehensive Checklist, Costs, and Essential Supplies"
DID you KNOW: the average spend on training is 1.63% of your dogs cost up to 10 years of age
Introduction:
Bringing Home a Puppy a Checklist of Costs and essential supplies and it is an exciting and joyful experience for any family. However, it also requires careful planning and preparation to ensure the well-being and happiness of your furry friend. To help you navigate this journey, we have created a comprehensive checklist of items, services, and approximate costs that you need to consider when welcoming a puppy into your home. From initial costs like adoption fees and veterinary check-ups to essential supplies, food and treats, health care, training, and miscellaneous expenses, we cover everything you need to know. Discover the approximate daily and yearly costs associated with owning a puppy, along with key factors to consider for a smooth transition. This guide will assist you in providing the best care and love for your new family member.
Initial Costs:
Puppy adoption or purchase fee: $500-$6000 (Average $3,500)
Veterinary check-up and vaccinations: $50-$500
Microchipping: $25-$100
Neutering/spaying: $200-$1200 or more Depending on your dog’s age when desexed.
Essential Supplies:
Dog crate or carrier: $30-$200
Playpen: $100-$175
Dog bed or mat: $20-$100
Food and water bowls: $10-$50
Collar and identification tags: $10-$50
Quality Leather collars: $120
Leashes/Leads x 3 (house lead, walking lead, spare): $30-$75
Quality leather Leashes/Leads: $60-$150
Harness: $20-$50
Puppy pads or litter box: $10-$30
Poop bags: $5-$20
Dog waste disposal system (optional): $20-$50
Dog toys (various types): $10-$50
Chew toys: $5-$30
Dog shampoo and grooming supplies: $20-$50
Food and Treats:
High-quality dog food: $1825 per year (average daily cost of $5)
Training treats: $10-$15 per week (approximately $40-$60 per month)
Health Care:
Annual vaccinations and boosters: $50-$200
Flea and tick prevention: $50-$200 per year
Heartworm prevention: $50-$200 per year
Routine veterinary visits and check-ups: $100-$300 per year
Training and Behaviour:
Puppy training classes: $100-$300
Basic obedience: $300-$450
Training aids: $20-$80
Training treats: $10-$15 per week (approximately $40-$60 per month)
Miscellaneous:
Pet insurance: $300-$1000 per year
Dog license: $10-$50 per year
Professional grooming (optional): $200-$500 per year
Dog walker or day care (1 visit per week): $1000-$2000 per year
So what is the total percentage of costs is the training: 1.63 %
Total setup costs: $6,420
Total ongoing costs over 10 years: $50,000
Training cost: $920 (for one training session)
To calculate the percentage of the total spent that represents the training cost of $920:
Total spent over 10 years = Total setup costs + Total ongoing costs over 10 years
Total spent = $6,420 + $50,000 Total spent = $56,420
Percentage of training cost: Percentage = (Training cost / Total spent) * 100 Percentage = ($920 / $56,420) * 100 Percentage ≈ 1.63%
Therefore, the percentage of the total spent that represents the training cost of $920 is approximately 1.63%.
Please note that the daily and yearly costs may vary depending on your specific choices, location, and the needs of your puppy. It's always a good idea to research prices in your area and consult with professionals to get accurate estimates.
I spent 100 dollars in the first 2 weeks on Toys alone. Treats cost 16.00 for 1 packet of 80 grams. My pet insurance is 1350 /per year and going up. My own costs is more like 140 dollars a week Not the 100 you have but the cost of training is about right so for me it works out about 1% of total costs.