Here’s some costs to think about when you are deciding on whether or not to have a dog.
| Adoption/purchase price (depends on whether it is from a breeder, humane society or animal shelter) | $25 - $1,500 |
| Spay/neuter fee (often included in the adoption fee) | $100 - $300 |
| Food | $100 - $200/month |
| Routine veterinary care – shots & check-up | $200/year |
| Treats | $10 - $40/month |
| Leash & collar, water & food dishes, grooming comb & brush, bed | $150 - $300 |
| License | $10 - $20/year |
| A conservative cost for a dog for the first year | $1,805 - $5,200 |
