Free pets? Think again...sticker shocked!*
The next time you adopt/rescue a “free” pet, much less purchase a
pure breed, be certain you are prepared for the following to ensure optimum
health for your fur-baby (and this is just year ONE or initial pet needs):
Kittens/Cats (free, adoption feline)
Need
four rounds of vaccinations at approximate ages 6, 9, 12 and 15 weeks.
Visit
one estimated $207.13
Visit
two estimated $114.63
Visit
three estimated $90.63
Visit
four estimated $110.63
Total
for visits $523.02
(Includes
all vaccinations, tests, deworming’s, and flea prevention)
Male
cat (Neuter) $170; Female cat (Spay) $235, (includes pain meds); Microchip $55 (includes
1st year registration)
Total range
$693.02-813.02 (does not include food, litter, toys, treats, additional monthly
heartworm/flea prevention, etc.)
Puppies/Dogs (free, adoption canine)
Need
four rounds of vaccinations at approximate ages 6, 9, 12 and 15 weeks.
Visit
one estimated $169.59
Visit
two estimated $133.13
Visit
three estimated $136.19
Visit
four estimated $171.77
Total
for visits $610.68
(Includes
all vaccinations, tests, deworming’s, and heartworm/ flea prevention) Male dog
(Neuter) $210-$395 (includes pain meds); Female dog (Spay) $255-480, (includes
pain meds); Microchip $55 (includes 1st year registration)
Total range
$875.68-1145.68 (does not include food, toys, treats, additional monthly
heartworm/flea prevention, etc.)
***Based on
average weight range***
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