How much does it coost for puppy vacines?

Question

i`m about to get our first dog and am just wondering how much it costs for vacines? The dog is about 3 months old so can you tell me if its probable he`s already had vaccines and if not how much will it cost?

Also what is the best way to puppy train and how long does it take? How much exercize does a golden retriever puppy need?

Answer 1

i dont mean this nasty but whoever your buying the puppy off should tell you if he has had his 1st injections and if he hasnt then he should have had them done at 8 weeks old and 2nd injections at 10 weeks old. are you buying the puppy from a good breeder? also the dog must have booster injections every year.

Answer 2

Ih ave blog on goldens feel free to read up, although the archives are hard.  If you are getting this dog at 3 months I really encourage you to ask owner if the shots are up to date as parvo would be my main concern.

I have book I recommend here is link. works great with goldens for all kinds of trainings.  they also housebreak fast if you follow good advice. I have blog on that.  

You need to walk lots they usually have lots of energy and getting at 3 months is good if they have been socialising.  

I am so excited because y fv book is now avaiable on my webstore.  If you look back at my answers or use search you will see how often I have given this book as a reference.

http://pampered-puppy.zlio.net/TRAINING-...

There is a page on there worth the whole book on housebreaking, and the games for training make it easy and fun.  

My blog on housebreaking and goldens in general separate links:

http://golden-joy.blogspot.com/2008/07/h...

http://golden-joy.blogspot.com/2008/07/g...

Your first visit to vet for shots will depend on how much vet charges for visit and stool exam, the shot itself will be about 20. There are some clinics.  our first exam runs about 100 by the time we get the basics doen and that does not include heartworm meds and don't forget to get the RX for that because it is cheaper now than after they turn 6 months.

Answer 3

The cost of shots depends on where you live - I've paid from $150-$250 in different areas of the Country for the round of 3 shots.  Depending on where you got him, he may or may not have had his first round of shots.  If you bought him from a Breeder, call them and ask, or check your puppy pack to see if there are any vaccine bottle labels (If he has had the first round, you'll need to bring proof with you to the Vet).

For housebreaking, there is no set time.  It depends on the puppy and how consistent YOU are with the housebreaking routine.  I highly recommend Crate training.

Exercise - Right now he just needs to play in the house and your yard until he's fully vaccinated (You don't want to expose him to other dogs).  When he's fully vaccinated, you can start taking him for walks.  At 3 months, he should be able to make it for 1/2 hour or so, then build up as he gets older.

Answer 4

i got my pup at 1yr she had, Had her 1st vaccination but not the second which she should have had 3 weeks later.

we paid for her to have the full course (2shots) it cost us £65.

she was not puppy trained and we just had to tell her off when she was naughty and reward when she was good.

Answer 5

i think it might be like 1000 dollars but it is less for the shots after that. cos you gotta get some shots every 3 years and stuff. also golden retreivers are pretty active.