The Cost of Owning a Dog ⠀
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A dog can be a major cost⠀
of living and financial ⠀
commitment. ⠀
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ACD puppy cost now⠀
Between $6000-7500.⠀
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The first year alone will cost⠀
between $3,000 and $6,000. ⠀
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The average cost for each year thereafter is $1,627 annually.⠀
(Source: Pets in Australia report, Animal Medicines Australia) ⠀
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In addition to this, if your⠀
dog becomes ill or injured, you will need to pay for Vet which can be⠀
very expensive. Average about⠀
$450 annually.⠀
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Microchipping, vaccinations⠀
and de-sexing – about $1,000⠀
in the first year⠀
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Pet insurance – $20 to $60⠀
per month.⠀
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Pet essentials- look for up to⠀
$500 the first year and about⠀
$100 annually thereafter.⠀
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Flea, tick and worming⠀
medications – average ⠀
$300 to $450 annually.⠀
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Council registration ⠀
$30 to $190 per year.⠀
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Pet food – average $800 per year.⠀
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Boarding kennels and catteries ⠀
pay $25 to $50 per night.⠀
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Other services e.g. grooming and training⠀
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Calculate how much you can⠀
afford to pay.⠀
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Once you’ve considered getting⠀
a pet, think about all the costs⠀
you will incur over the pet’s⠀
lifetime.⠀
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Use Moneysmart’s Budget Planner⠀
Budget planner⠀
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https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner⠀
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Add up the total cost of owning⠀
a pet and see if you can afford⠀
to pay.⠀
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Find the right pet for you.⠀
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Breed is very very important.⠀
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Before choosing a new dog,⠀
research the breed.⠀
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Different breeds have different temperaments and requirements. ⠀
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For example. Longer haired breeds will cost more to groom.⠀
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Larger dogs will eat more.⠀
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Some breeds are more prone⠀
to health problems, which can⠀
lead to higher vet bills.⠀
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Consider where you live.⠀
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Training schools are also essential to maintaining a happy life for you and your dog. ⠀
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Please think once before getting a dog ♥️⠀
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