Our doggie, Finnley, is probably the most adored family member.
We are obsessed.
If need be, I am sure we would have paid top dollar for Finnley as we have done with our Golden Retrievers, but we wanted to adopt a doggie and our daughter found Finnley in a San Bernardino kill shelter.
I was shocked when I recently read about the plight of folks who want a dog, but cannot afford the price tag (adopt!).
Apparently, online pet stores offer financing for pet sales, a widespread practice that traps pet owners into loans that sometimes end up tripling the cost of their dog.
Some pet stores and online retailers use high-interest loans and leasing agreements that tout low monthly payments and target hopeful pet parents without great credit.
I read about one elderly couple who agreed to a loan for a $4,595 chihuahua puppy. Later they realized it would end up costing them almost $20,000 for the dog.
California Governor Gavin Newsom just signed a bill preventing online pet stores from offering financing.
Opt to Adopt a dog and avoid the financial. insanity.
Shelters and adoption organizations charge a nominal fee. Often times, mixed breed dogs are healthier than pedigree dogs and you are, most importantly, saving a life.
Rescuing Finnley was one of the best things we have ever done and her love and presence are priceless.
She looks like she is always ready for a formal event, in her tux!