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I really want my parents to get me a dog.
I’m trying to convince them by telling them that I’d pay for all of the supplies I need.
So I need to know how much everything would cost.
It would be great if you can actually list the things I’d need.

BTW i’m 11 years old
the "average" cost
great answer Siobhán
thanks for all the great answers ok maybe I wouldn’t pay for EVERYTHING
how about a german shepard?

It averages around $1000 per year for most pets, and is somewhat dependent on the size of the dog. For example, small dogs eat less than large ones, and medications that are sold by weight of the dog (like heartworm prevention and flea control) are slightly less expensive for small dogs. So are crates, beds, toys and fencing for your yard (you’d need 6 foot fencing for most dogs over 40 pounds, while a 4 foot fence would contain a toy breed very safely.)

So the actual total cost is probably going to be beyond your capacity to pay, However, I think it’s very responsible of you to want to pay what you can of the dog’s care and hopefully your parents are impressed with your desire to contribute in this way. What you may want to do is come up with a monthly amount of money that you think you can earn and agree to give that to your parents each month to help out with the costs of the dog. That’s a very reasonable solution for a young person.

Even though you can’t pay for everything on your own, knowing what will be needed should impress your folks as it shows you are serious enough about a dog to have done some research! It’s very hard to put prices on most of these without knowing the size of dog or the state you live in (which you shouldn’t need to share with us.)

So here’s a list of the very basics:
-Crate
-Feeding bowls
-Toys
-Leash
-Collar or harness
-ID tag
-Annual vet visit and vaccinations ( and most years you will have a visit or two in between as the dog eats something or gets sick)
-Monthly heartworm preventative
-Monthly Flea protection
-Food
-Treats
-Annual dog license (this is usually $20 or less)
-Obedience Classes
-Boarding or a pet sitter when you go on vacation
-Cost of buying the dog itself. If you get it from a shelter, it will probably already be spayed or neutered and also microchipped. If you buy the dog from a breeder, you will often have to spay or neuter and microchip the dog yourself.

Obviously some of these expenses, like crates, leashes, bowls, spaying, etc. are incurred in the first year and then they’re under control for a long time. The first year is always expensive though because of the set-up costs, the spaying, the training, etc.

Good luck!

I am thinking about starting an online business, but I am not sure where to start. I know I need a website designed, but I am wondering about e-commerce sites and what are good products to sell online.

Anyone can create a website with many of the programs and templates that are available from the hosting companies. The difficult part is getting traffic to your website from people who will actually buy the products you offer.

You need products that people are looking for - either because they are popular, unique or fulfill some unmet need.

It would probably be easiest to get started as an independent distributor or rep for a company that provides you with a company website. Then you will already have the products and the payment gateway for online sales and you earn a commission from the sales. Look for products that you like, are consumable and purchased by most families several times a year. Most companies will also offer free training to teach you some marketing techniques.

Then drive traffic to your company website by purchasing a domain name and creating your own personal website with links to your company website. You may eventually want to sign up as a distributor for more than one company or add some affiliate program links for other products related to your website topic or theme to earn multiple streams of income.

Then to market and send traffic to your personal website you will need to learn and use several techniques: email, blogging, social networking other ways to create back links. It takes time, but through consistent effort it can be done.

There are so many websites out there that simply building a website with a bunch of products is not likely to be profitable. It is easier if you have the products, support and training from a company who uses independent distributors to market their products.

can you tell me how to make homemade cat toys for my domestic shorthair. Thanks!

here r some really cool different toys u can make fr ure kitty at home
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoysball.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoyspingpong.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoysstring.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoysfishing.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoysmonitor.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoyssocks.php
http://www.shmat.com/cattoys/cattoysroll.php
these r all pretty good
jenny xxxxx

Pet Organics No-Go! has been developed to help you housebreak your pet. No-Go! will eliminate the urine scent so your pet will not re-urinate in that area. NO GO! HOUSE BREAKING AID FOR PETS, 16 OZ. Product Description: Pet Organics No-Go! has been developed to help you housebreak your pet. No-Go! will eliminate the urine scent so your pet will not re-urinate in that area. Works great on indoor plants and Christmas trees too! For outdoor plants, use Pet Organics Pet Stopper. - An Effective Aid in Preventing Your Pet From Re-Urinating on Carpets While Being Housebroken - Safe, Odorless, Effective! Directions: Clean soiled area thoroughly with carpet/upholstery cleaner such as Pet Organic’s Rub Out Stain and Odor Remover, then spray with No-Go! Repeat if necessary. If using on a wall or other flat, vertical surface, tape a cloth on the surface before spraying. NOTE: No-Go! may be ineffective if ammonia is used to clean soiled area or if your pet has a urinary infection. See your veterinarian for diagnosis.  

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Powerful Vitamin & Antioxidant Formula Excellent for Dogs and Other Pets Vegetarian Product - No Animal Protein Excellent choice for pets with animal protein related issues. Why does my pet eat grass?

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My teacher wants me to make my own business plan about a dog supplies, and i dont know how to do it. =\

Ask yourself:
What is my product? (obviously dog supplies)
What is my product portfolio?
Who are my customers?
Who are my suppliers?
How much starting captital do I need?
How do I finance it?
What are my recurring costs?
Do I need employees?
Do I need licenses?
Do I need to register for a fictitious name?
Will I run it as a sole proprietor ship or as a a corporation?
How will people learn about my store?
How long will it take for my store to return a profit?
Who is my competition?
Why should customers buy from me instead of them?
What are my strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats?
What is my mission statement?

You answer those question in an essay format and you got yourself a business plan.

A natural blend of vitamins, minerals and herbs to help pets during stressful times. Given 20 minutes prior to stressful situations, it helps nervous pets. This product has been used successfully by pet owners for: trips to the vet, pet shows, grooming, boarding, fireworks, lightning, and storms.

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