The charges listed below are estimates only. This topic is a means of demonstrating that there are ongoing and sometimes costly charges associated with owning a puppy, regardless of the breed or parentage. You need to contact your veterinarian and service providers for specific prices.

Veterinarian

General Wellness Health Exam/ Introduction to new Vet: (immediately after you pick up your puppy)	$40 – $65
Vaccinations (Distemper/Parvo Booster) – approx two: (may or may not include Exam fee)	$35 - $50
Vaccinations (Rabies) one shot: (may or may not include Exam fee)	$35 - $50
Spay (female) – including anesthesia, injectables, monitoring Neuter (male) – including anesthesia, injectables, monitoring Bloodwork for Spay/Neuter (not always required by all vets): Removal of Retained Baby Teeth: Stool examination: Worming- approx two if positive: Heartworm Test: Heartworm Medications: Flea/Tick Prevention: Miscellaneous Medications: X-rays (in the event of a minor accident): Ear cleaning: Microchips	$200 - $600 $150 - $350 $40 - $85 $100 - $300 $15 - $30 $23 - $30 $25 - $40 $25 for 6 months $35 for 3 months $20 - $50 $140 for 2 x-rays $20 - $35 $25 - $50
Health Insurance (optional)
Pet Care Health Insurance (major medical only):	$300 - $600 per year
Training (optional)
Kindergarten Puppy Training (8 classes): Private Training (at home):	$150 - $200 $80 per hour
Boarding (optional)
Boarding Fees:	$20 - $30 per day or more
Supplies
Crate Crate Pads – probably 3 of them In Cabin Airline Carrier Puppy Gates Leash/Collar Nylabones/Toys Food/Water Bowls Food: Kibble to Organic Raw (per year) Treats (per year)	$25 - $50 $15 - $60 $30 - $80 $25 - $150 $20 - $50 $20 - $50 $9 - $40 $300 - $1,000 $50 to $100