Previously, when I’ve posted info-graphics on the costs of pet ownership, they have focused on cats and dogs. This info-graphic covers all sorts of pets – even fish. However, I am baffled why the annual cost of a guinea pig ($635) is more than double the cost of a small mammal ($300).
Author: foguth
Though Jeanne began her career technical writing, her love of romantic-suspense, whether it be present, future or in an unknown galaxy inspired her to write the novels she wanted to find in bookstores. Since marrying, Jeanne and her husband have lived from the arctic to the tropics, as well as from yacht to off-grid mountain home. She loves using vivid colors and flowing shapes in her oil paintings as well as creating edible landscapes. At present, she is finishing writing the Chatterre Trilogy and working on a new episode for The Sea Purrtector Files. You can always find out what she is working on and/or contact her at: www.jeannefoguth.com.
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I have never figured out what I spend per cat per year- I probably don’t want to know. I always tell my hubby they are cheaper than kids, but maybe not.
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Kids & pets require food, shelter and a few toys … Kids also need special clothing, funds for extracurricular activities, an allowance and school fees…
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Guinea pigs might cost more because they are bigger than hamsters and other small animals, and thus eat more food. They are also supposed to have Timothy hay available to eat 24/7 for fiber, unlike the other little guys. Maybe all that hay adds up!
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I’ve never had a Guinea pig, so didn’t know that.
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I’ve had a Guinea pig and he didn’t cost nearly that much. But then again it was 1978. Prices have gone up considerable since then.
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Prices were sane back then!
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