How much money do you spend on your Doberman(s)?

[Mike D]

Just wondering a general amount, either per year or however long you've had your dog. please state whether it's per year or in your dog's entire life

[1der_girl]

Well, I'm going to have to base some of this on my other dog, b/c my doberman is still a puppy, so some things (live vet visits) will be more this year than they would in a regular year, and others (like training classes) we haven't gotten into yet. This is what I came up with, though;
Dog food- $49.94/mo. x 12= 599.28
Toys/treats/supplies- 15.00/mo. x 12= 180.00
Vet (1 visit, vaccinations, heartguard and frontline for 1 year)= $175.00
Pet insurance- 24.50/mo. x 12= 294.00
Training- 75.00/6 weeks x 2= 150.00
GRAND TOTAL= 1,398.28
And that isn't counting any unforseen stuff. Our shepherd got really sick a few months back, and we paid well over $1,500 upfront over a three day period for her care at the vets (Thank God for the pet insurance! We got almost 80% of that back after the claim went through).
So, between the two dogs, we are probably spending about $3,000 a year.

[Mandy F]

Oh boy good question. I think most of us are almost embarrassed to say how much we spend on our four legged friends. I would say, on an average month, $125.00. Taking in to consideration yearly vet bills divided over 12 months, toys and treats.

[jelly8bean]

I think these estimates are well within the norm. The big difference is are you going to do on-going training and/or competitions. These will raise the annual billings, but will provide enjoyment for you and your dog. I think the training also gives me a better connection in some ways because I'm more focused on the dog and it is unique time with them.

[Big Red Machine]

A grand yearly total:

$1800+

GULP!!!

[apollo]

Let's just say when my wife goes to the spa so does apollo. I couldn't give you a figure because I don't know how much my wife spends on him a week.(spoiled)