The expense is much greater than an hour spent watching the Animal Planet on television. But, the impact on my son is beyond estimation. Before purchasing a pet, consider which veterinarian you will use and probable health or illness of the breed of animal. Lethargy is always a sign of poor health. Poor appetite is another noteworthy symptom.
Any pet deserves appropriate veterinarian treatment if illness arises.
Part of our caretaker role in God's world is respect for living creatures. Pets are not inanimate toys for our amusement. We learn from them, love them, and enjoy them, but they are not toys. If they become ill, they shouldn't be thoughtlessly disposed of and replaced. Thus, continuing care must be figured into the projected cost of a pet.