All About Labrador Retrievers - Your Financial Situation

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Providing for your Labrador Retriever

A responsible dog owner will account for the lifelong cost of their dog before purchasing one. The following is a list of items that you will have to purchase.

• Food (high quality specifically designed for large breed dogs)
• Puppy School and additional training
• Veterinarian costs - neutering or spaying in the first year
• Veterinarian costs - yearly appointment for vaccines and a standard check-up
• Veterinarian costs - EMERGENCIES - and these will happen so you should set aside a fund just in case
• Monthly Insurance - to help you with above mentioned EMERGENCIES
• Annual City Licensing - most cities/towns require that your dog be licenced
• Boarding Kennel - if you go on a trip
• Toys! Toys! Toys!