What is the cost?

[Beswad]

I don't have any pets but I was wondering for those who have cats and dogs. How much does it cost per year to feed them and look after them?

[mrs.pudding]

It depends entirely on what you feed them on.  Our three dogs and three cats do extremely well on a diet composed of mainly 'dry' food.  A sack of Field and Trial Maintenance for dogs costs about �12 and lasts the three dogs about three weeks.  The largest has 3 cups a day and the smallest a cup and a half.  (i.e. labrador and bedlington).  So it's not a lot!  Mind you, vet bills more than make up for these savings!  A cut leg three months ago ended up costing over �200.  Actually, the cats are more expensive.  Their food needs are different and their dried food costs more per head.  Also, they eat like pigs!

[peanut]

ive had my kitty "peanut" since the end of june and with the vet, food and toys ive spent hundreds for his shots, checkups, getting a touch of a cold, burning his paw and flea medication. these are all expenses to consider but keep in mind with all of the love we get in return it is all worth it.

[FP]

Let's say I have been keeping dogs and cats for the last 32 years and I am impoverished!  However, I don't regret the money I have spent over the years as I have had so much in return.

 

However, don't get a pet if you can't afford it.  Think carefully.

[PurplePixie]

It costs a shocking amount, but then I don't smoke, drink (much) and I don't have any other vices...& like Fakeplastic & Peanut say, the love and companionship I get from them makes up for the lack of holidays & expensive nights out!

[sammy snake]

I wouldn't be without my cat, Barney.  He cost me approx:

On going costs: �2 per week in Cat Litter,  approx �5 per week on food, �7 per month in Pet Insurance, �13.50 per quarter for flea treatment

'one off' costs: �33.50 for intial shots when he was a kitten (boosters required next year), �22.50 to be neutered, plus money to buy a scratch post, litter tray, food bowls, collar, cat flap, bed, toys, treats etc etc

He's been worth every penny!

 

[Beswad]

Thanks for all the reply.