Take a look at the article from Mint.com here.
After you’ve looked at the picture, I don’t want this post to be seen as anti-animal. I have a cat currently and eventually I will have a dog once I have a piece of property. I love animals and think that they are a great addition to any family.
BUT… pet owners must think ahead when they want to get ANY animal (including a turtle!). It’s extremely important for people to understand that animals such as cats and dogs are likely to live for 10+ years. Are you prepared for that? Can you afford the costs? I’ve sat down with clients in the past that spend well over $200 per month on their dogs, primarily in food!
These numbers are not necessarily exact but they should give you an idea of how much a pet would cost you over their lifetime. It should also be an eye opener for how much of your disposable income they’ll ‘eat up’ (no pun intended).
Do you agree? Post your thoughts in the comments section below.
Travis Strain, CFP
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