[nagdu] Saving Money

[Julie J.]

A tie down and dog bed are fine if that is your choice, but a tie down 
is not the same as crate.  I prefer using a crate and if price was a 
concern I'd look for used options, sales or start saving.

About dog beds...I have purchased one in the past, but I find an old 
comforter folded up works just as well.  It is also a load easier to 
toss in the washing machine and dryer.  The dog beds are large and tend 
to make my washing machine off balance.  So I have to go shift the wet 
and soapy stuff around so the machine will start up again.

You could bake your own dog biscuits if you give your dog treats.  There 
are lots of recipes on the internet that use ordinary ingredients that 
you probably already have.

The guide dog school will probably give you all the essentials to get 
started, toy, leash, collar, harness, bowl, brush, teeth cleaning 
supplies etc.  Most of these will be sufficient for the life of the 
dog.  I bought stainless steel dog bowls I can't remember how long ago 
and they don't show any signs of wearing out in the next 20 years at least.

I think food and veterinary care are the biggest expenses.  I wouldn't 
cut corners on either of these. Some vets will give discounts and being 
a member of IAADP has some good benefits that will help out with health 
care.

Julie


On 11/4/2012 8:48 AM, lizzy wrote:
> Hi all,
> I know a few weeks ago there was an awesome discussion about saving 
> money when buying food.  I'm just wondering, what are some other ways 
> to save money while still taking great care of your dog? One way that 
> I recently learned was to just buy a dog bed and tie down in stead of 
> buying a crate.  Any other suggestions? Also, since I have never had a 
> dog, there are probably expenses that I'm not even thinking of yet, so 
> feel free to enlighten me.
> Thanks!
> Lizzy
>
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