Before adopting, many owners wonder how much it will cost to keep their new companion and friend. Considering the costs is undoubtedly something that any responsible guardian should do before carrying out the option of adopting.
To know exactly how much it costs to keep a dog, we are going to do an analysis of everything you need including veterinary expenses, food and personal items that the dog should be able to enjoy.
Keep reading how much it costs to keep a boxer dog in euros to know exactly how much we will need and if it is feasible to adopt it or better we must wait a little longer.
The first vaccines and the implantation of the microchip
We will start the entire cost process with a basic requirement: the vaccines and the microchip.
Carrying out the vaccination schedule for a dog properly is essential to avoid serious and incurable diseases. By protecting our friend we ensure optimal he alth and longevity.
Vaccines administered to puppies usually cost between €20 and €50, depending on the center where they are administered. For this reason we calculate that a puppy will need at least between €100 and €200 the first year. The polyvalent reinforcements of adult dogs that are applied every 3 years will be around €10, a totally acceptable figure.
Microchip implantation usually costs around €40 or €60.
On the other hand you can find a cheaper option at shelters or animal shelters where for an average of €30 you receive your dog vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped.
Boxer feeding
Boxer feeding based on quality feed may be somewhat higher in the case of puppies, but in general we are talking about 50 € per monthTo find a good product at an acceptable price you can browse websites like zooplus, where significant discounts are offered on leading brands.
Internal and external deworming
Deworming your dog on a regular basis is essential to prevent parasite infestation both internally and externally. To do this, it will be essential that once a month we apply a pipette repellent against mosquitoes, fleas, ticks and the leishmania mosquito. Quality pipettes are around €15-30, although you can find cheaper options at your trusted vet.
On the other hand we must also deworm him internally every 3 months. The cost of the pills is around €15 - €20.
Hygiene and hairdressing
If we consider taking our dog to a dog groomer on a regular basis, we can calculate a cost of around €30 per month.
If, on the other hand, we prefer to do it ourselves at home, all we have to do is buy a shampoo for around €15 that will last us least 3 months. We will add to this section of hygiene and hairdressing a brush with short bristles for about €5.
Boxer Safe
Having insurance for dogs in Spain is a good option as it reduces veterinary costs, covers certain types of accidents and is essential in the event that our boxer dog is considered PPP.
Not in all communities, but in Cantabria, Alcobendas, Collado de Villalba, Guadalajara, Pedrezuela or Telde, the boxer dog is considered as such. For this reason, if we live there, it will be essential to have civil liability insurance as well as the PPP dog license.
The license costs around €30 and lasts around 5 years. While the insurance can vary greatly depending on the extras we want to add, it works like normal insurance. For this reason we can find basic insurance for €30 or high-quality insurance for up to €300.
Accessories for our boxer dog
In addition to what is mentioned above, the boxer needs some basic utensils that he will use on a regular basis. Among them we find:
- A comfortable and large bed can cost around €30 or €50
- Quality harness and leash about €50
- Feeder and drinker about €20
- A basic raincoat can cost around €20
- Candies or snacks €10 per month
- Basic plastic bags to collect poo €3 per month
- Seat belt for the car about 7 €
- Various toys, for example the kong 13 €
- Nail clippers (if you decide to do it yourself) €10
