wineman Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Am considering getting a small dog, say 8lbs (3 kgs) in weight. If you are an owner, could you give me an indication of the weekly or monthly food upkeep cost please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MJCM Posted February 26, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted February 26, 2014 I'm sorry and no offence intended, but if you need to ask this, then a dog will be probably too expensive. Please also don't forget that you need to take it to a vet for its shots etc etc, these costs really can add up. Sent from my iPad using Thaivisa Connect Thailand 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmu Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Not sorry! You can't afford it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wineman Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 Thanks MJCM. No offence taken. I'm sorry and no offence intended, but if you need to ask this, then a dog will be probably too expensive.Please also don't forget that you need to take it to a vet for its shots etc etc, these costs really can add up.Sent from my iPad using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alant Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) Hi, our chihuahuas cost about 50 to 70 thb per pet day in food, we have spent a few thousand on baskets and dens. Vet can vary and I couldn't say but if you estimated 1000 thb per month but be prepared for more that may give you a clue. It will also cost unlimited love and care. Edited February 26, 2014 by alant 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrry Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Basic shots and rabies 1500 baht a year. Food 30 to 50 baht a day for good dried food bought in big bags. (more in small bags) Medical care...basic illness say 5000 baht. Neutering about 1200 baht. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runrigger Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 As previously said, if you need to ask then can't afford it. Sent from my GT-I8190 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrry Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 As previously said, if you need to ask then can't afford it. Sent from my GT-I8190 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app At least he is responsible enough to ask about it. What I would rather ask him is hrepared to care for and love the dog for all its life. Taking it back overseas is expensive. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Like Thai Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 I've never encountered anyone buying a pet by weight before. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUAHIN62 Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 We have 3 dogs, a lab, mini daschund and a Thai dog. We buy 1 x 20 kg Pedigree per month = B 1 050. If we take them to the local vet their annual injections cost B 800 per dog, if we take them to the University animal hospital its B 350 per dog. Excluding fancy clothes and bedding, doggie parlors, unneeded food and emergency vet costs I would say B 200 per month. Replace the unneeded food, fancy clothes and bedding with alot of love and attention and he/she will be okay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H1w4yR1da Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 I hate those little bastard lapdogs. In my Mooban, there're neighbors to the left, to the right and opposite who own this type of mutt. It's like having high-pitched barking in surround sound. Horrible! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMC1 Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 We have a toy poodle & a chihuahua. Chihuahua was abandoned as a puppy by some westerner who dumped him outside my mrs shop. What a cracking little dog he's turned out to be. Both dogs are very quiet, hardly bark because we have trained them properly. Upkeep I would say really around say 1K baht per month for both of them. Government vet for jabs & sickness near the fire station on 3rd road. Really, if you want a dog you need to think will you be able to give it what it needs? A lot more than just food costs. A big thing which many Thais neglect is taking the dogs for regular exercise. Don't just leave them stuck inside the house or yard day after day. They need mental stimulation too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggt Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 UNCONDITIONAL LOVE...PRICELESS!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ross163103 Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 I've got a pug I bought in a market over here, never again! He's had health problem after health problem; looked fine as a pup and I didn't think about an inbreeding problem at the time. Can't say his health problems are all due to inbreeding, but have owned dogs all my life and this one by far has the most problems. I'd go for a street dog IF I was going to get a dog again; lots of different genes from different dogs. I'd steer clear of any pure breeds over here unless you know the breeders/owners extremely well. It's too easy for them to get two pure breeds and keep breeding and breeding from the same family. We spend about 55 baht a day on food, but it's the vet bills that have been enormous. I know the OP just asked about costs but thought I'd give you some advice in case you were looking for a pure bred. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rimmer Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Troll post and reply removed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morakot Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) What about the rate for a dog walker? Does anyone know or are there none such services in Pattaya/ Bangkok? Edited February 26, 2014 by Morakot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 no offence intended...this would be your first dog? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ignis Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) You also have to think of grooming, and what breed of dog ? I have 8, takes about 2 hours per dog to wash and blow dry [did 2 yesterday and 2 today] so you will need grooming kit, eg : brush, comb, scissors, nail clippers, hair dryer, electric clippers, shampoo, cotton buds, ear clearer, eye wash/cleaner.. or take the dog to a Groom er 300 baht +, my dogs are small long haired Shih Tzu, 3 of them must be groomed every week.. 2 have a skin problem and must wash with medicated shampoo every expensive. Vet, just go 1x a year for all the injections [oldest is 13 and youngest just under a year] cost 350 baht each.. [could be done FREE as a Van comes round the Villages every year] + food + treats etc. As a PS.. if you have/get a long haired dog, you will need a Vacuum cleaner... hair get everywhere, find I need to vacuum the bed sheets as 3 of them come up to bed with me.. Edited February 26, 2014 by ignis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laobali Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Why not start with a hamster and work your way up? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fakename Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 How about getting a mouse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belg Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 rats for free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thongdee Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 I have more then 60 dogs,any breed....I never counted how much I spend on them....a puppy ? Anybody?.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangon04 Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Well you could do it the same way as some of my neighbours... let it roam around the soi eating scraps etc. Then the net cost for upkeep would be exactly nothing.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wvavin Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Actually keeping pedigree dogs tend to have its downfall because owners tend to give them the best. However, if you are not staying in a built up area like in the country, any crossed or mongrel just as a companion would suffice. They are not demanding as from my observation otherwise how would the owners (majority are farmers) going to keep them in dozens? I have seen some of them carrying very beautiful features from their parents I reckon. Seriously consider this option if cost is a great consideration to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Depends on what the OP decides to feed the dog. The care and welfare of dogs that are looked after properly is not cheap. Also hoping that the OP is fully secure and intends to stay in Thailand for at least the next 15 years, the duration of the dog`s lifetime, and he has ample house space and land for the dog to run about? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrendsd Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) I've got a pug I bought in a market over here, never again! He's had health problem after health problem; looked fine as a pup and I didn't think about an inbreeding problem at the time. Can't say his health problems are all due to inbreeding, but have owned dogs all my life and this one by far has the most problems. I'd go for a street dog IF I was going to get a dog again; lots of different genes from different dogs. I'd steer clear of any pure breeds over here unless you know the breeders/owners extremely well. It's too easy for them to get two pure breeds and keep breeding and breeding from the same family. We spend about 55 baht a day on food, but it's the vet bills that have been enormous. I know the OP just asked about costs but thought I'd give you some advice in case you were looking for a pure bred. No offence but buying a dog from a market here is the worst way to buy, these dogs are kept in horrible conditions and it's no surprise that your dog had health problems The breeders/sellers do not care one bit about these dogs and I would urge anybody not to buy from markets, you are only giving profit to these people which will encourage them to do it more As for the OP, please don't get a dog you obviously have no idea how to care for it Edited February 26, 2014 by darrendsd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neilcnx Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Cost of a dog bone - 80 baht Cost of wife to take dog for a walk, feed and clean up shit - 50,000 baht Time alone without anyone nagging - priceless. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjderb Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Basic shots and rabies 1500 baht a year. Food 30 to 50 baht a day for good dried food bought in big bags. (more in small bags) Medical care...basic illness say 5000 baht. Neutering about 1200 baht. Christ almighty , I have a little dog , a lovely little thing , will not let anyone thro` the gate . upkeep virtually nowt , a bag of dried food that costs 50 bht lasts her a week , she loves to sit next to me when I eat , give her a bit of chicken or moo . As soon as she sees me go the motorbike she is in the basket . Lovely lady vet very reasonable [ dog costs of course] . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetlejuice Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Basic shots and rabies 1500 baht a year. Food 30 to 50 baht a day for good dried food bought in big bags. (more in small bags) Medical care...basic illness say 5000 baht. Neutering about 1200 baht. Christ almighty , I have a little dog , a lovely little thing , will not let anyone thro` the gate . upkeep virtually nowt , a bag of dried food that costs 50 bht lasts her a week , she loves to sit next to me when I eat , give her a bit of chicken or moo . As soon as she sees me go the motorbike she is in the basket . Lovely lady vet very reasonable [ dog costs of course] . If you are only feeding your poor little dog some scraps of dry food at 7 baht a day, than I`m not surprised the dog loves to sit next to you when you.eat. It`s probably hoping that you`re drop some of your food on the floor and help relief it`s starvation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfather Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 A haircut for our Poodle costs almost double than my wife's hair care. Caring for a dog is a question of heart, not of money. Fatfather Sent from my phone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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