The first year includes one-time costs on top of everyday care. Planning for them makes the start easier.
Often in year one
- Adoption fee or purchase price
- Vaccines and boosters for young animals
- Spay or neuter, if not already done
- Microchip
- Crate, bed, bowls, leash, collar, litter box
- Training classes
- Pet-proofing your home
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