[Cost of raising a dog] Can you tell me the monthly cost of raising a dog?

The cost of raising a dog varies from person to person and can be very high or very low, depending on the owner's mentality and methods.

On average, the monthly cost of raising a dog is about 4,000 to 5,000 yuan, while the cost of raising a cat is about 1,000 to 5,000 yuan. Some people may be willing to spend more money, at least more than 10,000 yuan per month, while some people try to save money as much as possible. These differences mainly depend on the owner's dog-raising style and mentality. In addition, the cost of raising a Tang dog is usually low, so it is considered a good choice for entry-level breeding.

The cost of owning a dog can be a consideration, but actual costs will vary based on individual circumstances. Let’s take a look at some of the cost items of raising a dog:

1. Medical expenses: Like humans, dogs also need medical care. The cost of medical treatment or simple treatment is at least 500 yuan, while the cost of larger-scale medical treatment such as major surgery may be as high as tens of thousands of yuan. If you're worried about paying so much money all at once, consider getting pet insurance for your pet or saving some money each month as an emergency fund.

2. Food costs: The cost of a dog’s food will vary according to its weight. The cost of food for a month is about 300 yuan to 3,000 yuan, and the cost of food for heavier dogs may be higher.

3. Health Care Costs: This includes vaccinations, health exams, heartworm prevention, flea removal, etc. The cost of vaccines is about 3,000 yuan to 4,000 yuan per year, and the rabies vaccine is about 200 yuan to 600 yuan per year. The cost of health examination is about 1,000 yuan to 10,000 yuan per year. The cost of heartworm prevention and flea removal is approximately RMB 200 to RMB 700 per month.

4. Pet supplies costs: This includes eating utensils, kennels, diaper pads, outdoor cages, leashes, combs, nail clippers, bathing utensils, dental cleaning supplies, etc. The cost of pet supplies ranges from approximately 2,000 yuan to more than 8,000 yuan, depending on the type and brand of supplies purchased.

5. Funeral expenses: When our dogs pass away, we want to give them a proper farewell. Funeral costs are approximately over 2,500 yuan, and ceremonies such as pet farewell ceremonies can also be held. The cost will vary with different options.

To sum up, the cost of raising a dog varies from person to person, but basically every month you need to consider items such as medical expenses, food expenses, heartworm prevention and flea removal expenses. The basic monthly cost is about 1,500-2,000 yuan, not including unexpected medical expenses or furniture damage. If we calculate that a dog’s lifespan is about 10 years, the average cost of raising a dog is between 200,000 and 300,000 yuan, which is a considerable amount of expenditure. The above is only a summary of the fees you may expect to pay for your reference. Actual costs will vary based on individual circumstances and your dog's needs. When owning a dog, you need to consider the cost and also pay attention to the happiness and health of the dog.