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[quote=Anonymous]We always had dogs growing up, but I haven't had one as an adult.  Tell me about costs, time commitment, etc.  I am trying to figure out where a dog would fit into my routine and budget.  I don't want to commit unless I can be sure that I can be a responsible and reliable owner.  I am looking at adopting a Rottweiler or Rottie mix, most likely at least a year or two old, but would be open to an older (7+) dog depending on advice given here.  How much do you spend on basic shots/vet care yearly?  How much does food cost?  Obviously, I would be planning to walk the dog about 60 minutes per day (am thinking longer 45 minute walk in the am and a 15 minute walk in pm).  I am planning to crate train, as our happiest dogs growing up were crate trained.  I would be gone most of the day (but would either come by for a short mid-day walk or would hire a dog walker for days I cannot do it), and dog would have time out of the crate in the morning as I get ready and in the evenings when I am cooking, cleaning, etc.  I am childless, but share a house with friends who have elementary-aged kids, cats, and rats.  My housemates would be open to my getting a dog.  the yard is not currently fenced in. Should I look into fencing at least part so that the dog can play outside on nicer days?  Basically, just help me think this all through.[/quote]

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