Originally Posted by
tcshooter
Another thing to consider. I've paid a lot for my current Labs, but the initial cost spread out over what I hope is a long life isn't bad. Food costs just as much, it's just that you're buying it over time instead of up front.
Very true. At the end of 12 years, a $1000 dog costs less than 2 cents a day more than a $350 dog.
Then you have to consider Vet costs if the dog comes down with a genetic disease because it's parents weren't tested.
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