[nagdu] Counting The Costs

[Tonia]

Ok Julie, I've got to ask.  What is a Pedi Paws?  I'm guessing some kind of
pedicure kit for dogs?

Tonia  

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Subject: Re: [nagdu] Counting The Costs

Hmmm...that's a tough one.  I spend just under $100 for 2 bags of food every
7 weeks, which feeds two dogs of close to the same size.  I probably buy
toys once a year or so.  I buy from King Wholesale and I get enough that I
get free shipping.  I think last time that was $60, but I also get whatever
grooming stuff I need and sometimes treats.  I do all my own grooming,
including bathing and nail trimming.  I suppose shampoo costs me $5 per
year.  I bought really nice nail trimmers and a Pedi Paws several years ago.
They were each $20.  Monty was just at the vet for his yearly routine check
up and vaccinations.  I think it was 
around $120 or a bit more.  That included enough Hartguard for a year.   
I use a cedar based flea/tick stuff that costs maybe $50 for both dogs for
the entire bug season.

There are other odds and ends costs, pick up bags, extra leash, crate, rug,
dishes etc.  Most of that is a one time cost or inherited from an earlier
dog.  I think if you've never had a dog before the initial start up might be
a bit more because of purchases you'll make that will last for pretty much
forever.  I think most of the programs provide a lot of that stuff though.

So one dog for one month...maybe $75?  I'm guessing.

HTH
Julie

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