[nagdu] Cost of owning a guide dog

[Philip S]

Hi Jessica, thanks for replying.  Just curious, how long had you used
a cane before you got a guide dog?  And in terms of mobility and
navigation, what are some things that a guide dog does that a cane
cannot do?  And vice versa where a cane would be ideal for navigation
and mobility?
Thanks.
Phil


On 2/20/11, Jessica Pitzer <rolosgirl at gmail.com> wrote:
> I spend about 30 dollars a month on flint river ranch dog food as I
> order it every 2 months and its 60 then. I spend 46 dollars a year on
> heartworm treatment and 100 a year on flea treatment. I spend about
> maybe 10 to 20 bucks every 2 months on bones, and about 30 to 60 on
> vet visits at this time. I also spend about 40 bucks every month to 6
> weeks to get my dog a bath because I can't do it myself right now and
> I need the dog smell to be away as it bothers me right now.
>
>
> On 2/20/11, Philip S <philso1003 at gmail.com> wrote:
>> Hi group,
>>
>> I am thinking getting a guide dog and would appreciate it if you could
>> help me decide if it is affordable.
>>
>> How much does it typically cost to care for and maintain a guide dog
>> per month?
>>
>> About how much can I expect the cost to increase as a dog gets bigger
>> (eat more?) and older (more vet visits?)
>>
>> In particular, how much do you spend each month (or each year on the
>> following)?
>> Food
>> Treats
>> Snacks
>> regular Vet visit
>> Major medical expense
>> supplies
>> Kennel
>> license
>> Toy
>>
>> Do you visit any dog/pet website?  Do you get your dog food/supplies
>> online or at a store?
>>
>> Thanks very much for your help!
>>
>> Best,
>> Phil
>>
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