Unarguably, food is one of the most important factors of any living being’s system. So, you need to consider the food expenses for your pet before buying/adopting one. We’re here to provide you with some insights regarding the same.
FOOD EXPENSE FOR DOGS: Consider providing them with a combination of dry food and raw meat, boiled eggs, rice, roti, etc.
● Depending on your dog size, you might provide them anywhere between 7kg-40kgs of dog food per month, with a price range between Rs. 1200-Rs.10000.
● The non-processed food expense can be jot down to Rs. 2000 for a medium-sized dog. Again, this figure can go up to Rs.5000-Rs. 10,0000. However this extreme case is usually for large dogs and hence if you have a medium-sized dog, the expense will be around the range of Rs. 2000-Rs. 3000.
● On average, the food expense can total up to Rs. 1500- Rs. 4000 for small dogs, while it can sum up to Rs. 2000- Rs. 5000 for a medium-sized dog andRs.5000-12,000 for a large dog.
FOOD EXPENSE FOR CATS: Consider providing them with a combination of dry food and raw meat, boiled eggs, rice, roti, etc.
● For this little friend, you may be feeding them around anywhere between 3-6 kgs of dry food per month.
● This amounts to around Rs. 800-Rs. 2000/month.
● The cost of boiled eggs, rice, etc can add up to Rs. 500- Rs. 1000 per month. On average, the food expense for your cat will lie around the range of Rs. 800-Rs. 2000. And hence, if you’re someone who looks for an economically viable pet, the cat is your buddy!
It’s to be kept in mind that a perfect figure can’t be determined because it depends on a lot on
a) Your pet’s size and breed
b) Your pet’s health condition
c) Your pet’s diet
d) The brand
So, it’s advisable to consult professional help before determining the diet for your pet and hence calculate the expense accordingly.
It’s pretty much clear from the above factors that taking care of a pet doesn't really burn our pockets as being portrayed in the mainstream media. The benefits received from them through their love and affection clearly surpass the cost expended on them. However, all of us might not really be in a position where we could financially invest in them for fulfilling their basic needs. Hence it’s important to understand and analyze our financial position and commitments before making any final decision.
Happy Parenting!!!!