If you’re looking at bringing a Thai Bangkaew into your home, this is a guide you need to read. Not only will it break down how much you should spend when purchasing your pup, but it’ll also highlight all the supplies you need and the monthly costs associated with caring for your new dog.

It’s a lot to break down and it’s easy to miss a few things, so keep reading and we’ll get you on the right track before you bring a new pet into your home!

Bringing Home a New Thai Bangkaew: One-Time Costs

While it’s far from the only expense of getting a new dog, you can’t overlook the initial cost of bringing one home. These fees vary quite a bit depending on how you find your dog, ranging from free to very expensive.

Free

While it’s unlikely that you’ll find a free Thai Bangkaew somewhere, if you do, you can cut this expense out entirely. Just keep in mind that often if you’re getting a free Thai Bangkaew, they might be older or come with health concerns.

So, while you might be cutting some of the expenses here, you might be paying more in other areas to care for them properly.

Adoption

• $25–$250

One of the best ways to get a dog is to check out the local shelters. Shelters typically offer dogs for a significantly reduced rate, and they’ll often already come with basic health requirements like shots, spaying, and neutering.

You can’t often find a purebred Thai Bangkaew in a shelter, but if you keep an eye out, you might be able to get a mixed breed. Once again, dogs that come into a shelter are typically a bit older.

Breeder

• $400–$600

The only surefire way to get a purebred Thai Bangkaew is to get one from a breeder. They aren’t the most popular dog to breed though, so you might have to work to track one down. When shopping from a breeder, get thorough background checks and a family history. This is especially necessary considering the Thai Bangkaew is not an AKC-recognized breed.

Initial Setup and Supplies

• $410–$665

Once you find your perfect pup, you still need to purchase a few more things. You’ll need quite a few supplies to care for them properly. Dogs need ID tags, collars, microchips, nail clippers, and so much more.

It’s a lot to try and keep track of, which is why we came up with a comprehensive list of everything they’ll need and how much you can expect to spend on each thing for you here:

List of Thai Bangkaew Care Supplies and Costs

How Much Does a Thai Bangkaew Cost Per Month?

• $115–$360 per month

Even after you have your pup and all the initial supplies they need, there are some monthly expenses that are going to keep coming up. You’ll need to factor these things into your new budget, and the best way to do that is to take a look at each category and how much it’s going to cost you.

Health Care

• $115–$375 per month

The last thing you want after you find your perfect pup is to find out that you don’t have everything you need to keep them happy and healthy. While there are a few ways you can cut down on healthcare costs, you can only do so much.

Below, we’ve highlighted each thing you’ll need to pay for each month to keep your Thai Bangkaew happy and healthy day after day and month after month.

Food

• $50–$150 per month

After you get your Thai Bangkaew, you need to feed them a complete and balanced diet. You don’t want to go with a low-quality kibble here; otherwise, you’re going to potentially deal with future health problems and concerns.

With that in mind, the cost to feed your Thai Bangkaew can vary quite a bit depending on whether you decide to go with dry kibble, wet food, or even a fresh food recipe. The choice is up to you, but it will affect how much you spend each month on food quite a bit.

Grooming

• $5–$25 per month

You shouldn’t need to take your Thai Bangkaew to a professional groomer for haircuts, but you will need to brush them out daily and brush their teeth at least once a day. This isn’t going to cost you a ton, but it’s not free either.

Finally, you’ll need to decide if you want to take the time to clip your dog’s nails yourself or if you want to pay a professional to do it for you.

Medications and Vet Visits

• $10–$50 per month

At the very least, you need to take your pup in for annual checkups, which will cost between $75 and $100 just for their annual shots and health check.

From there, if you’re lucky, your Thai Bangkaew won’t have any recurring medical issues where they need medication each day. But as they age, it’s more and more likely that they’ll need something. The exact cost of the medications will vary depending on what they require.

To help with these costs, you can get your dog on pet insurance sooner rather than later, but do yourself a favor and check out their coverages for medications and vet visits.

Pet Insurance

• $50–$150 per month

One of the best ways to ensure your pet’s vet bills don’t get out of control is to sign them up for pet insurance early. Pet insurance won’t cover any pre-existing conditions, but if you enroll them right away, this shouldn’t be a problem.

The cost of your plan will vary depending on what they cover, the deductible, and the reimbursement percentage. Look into all the costs and coverage exclusions associated with the plan you’re looking at before signing up.

Environment Maintenance

• $0–$5 per month

This is one area where a Thai Bangkaew doesn’t cost all that much. Ideally, all you should need to purchase on a month-to-month basis is waste bags, but you can even use plastic bags from the store if you don’t want to purchase anything special for this task.

Entertainment

• $10–$30 per month

Your Thai Bangkaew needs space and things to play with, and variety is important here. You’ll want to at least pick up a new toy once a month for them, and there are subscription boxes you can purchase that will automatically send you new toys each month for them.

Some dogs will prefer to play more than others, but if you start them early, most dogs will enjoy some time with a rope, chew toy, or ball.

Total Monthly Cost of Owning a Thai Bangkaew

• $115–$375 per month

When you add everything up, you quickly start to realize just how much owning a Thai Bangkaew is going to cost you each month. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get one, but it does mean that you need to take a step back and go into the ownership process with your eyes wide open.

Once you budget the right amount for your pet, you can simply sit back and enjoy your time with them each day!

Additional Costs to Factor In

While everything we’ve highlighted above will cover the usual day-to-day expenses that come with owning a Thai Bangkaew, there are a few additional expenses you’ll need to consider before getting one.

First, when you travel, you’ll either need to pay more for a pet-friendly hotel to bring them, or you’ll need to pay for someone to pet sit for you. You also might need specialized training for any behavioral issues that might come up, and as your pup is learning their way around their new environment, it’s normal for them to have a few accidents here and there.

They might chew on your furniture a bit or cause some other sort of damage you’ll need to pay to fix. It all comes with owning a pet and you need to factor those expenses in before you bring one home.

Owning a Thai Bangkaew on a Budget

Sometimes you already own a Thai Bangkaew and are just trying to figure out how to best care for them on a tight budget. If that’s the case, there are a few things you can do.

First, consider purchasing supplies in bulk. While you’ll spend a bit more upfront, you’re usually spending less per item, allowing you to save some money in the long run.

Another option you’ll want to consider is getting above-average pet insurance. These plans often offer preventative packages and higher reimbursement rates (some even up to 100%) that allow you to know exactly how much you will spend month to month.

Saving Money on Thai Bangkaew Care

If you are looking to save some money on caring for your Thai Bangkaew you should keep an eye on local marketplace groups for supplies you might need. If you’re purchasing things second-hand, it’s usually more affordable than buying them new.

You also should get comfortable with doing things like clipping their nails yourself. That way, you don’t need to worry about paying someone else to do it for you.

Conclusion

Getting and caring for a dog isn’t cheap, and if you want to do it properly, you need to know what you’re getting into. It’s going to cost you a few hundred dollars just to get everything you need for them, and from there, you’re going to have to spend a few hundred dollars each month just to care for them.

It might seem like a lot, but it’s what you need to ensure your dog is getting the best possible care and living in a happy and healthy environment!

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