Where does the adoption fee go?
(Prices are average from 2005)

Description	Cost
Full Physical Exam	$ 42.95
Spay - Female	$140.00
Neuter - Male	$108.00
Vaccinations:
Bordetella	$ 15.09
Rabies	$ 14.09
DHLPP	$ 16.50
Heartworm Test	$ 39.00
Fecal Exam	$ 16.07
Microchipping	$ 15.00
Total Cost - Female	$298.70
Total Cost - Male	$266.70
Adoption Fees	$100.00 - $300.00

These are the basic costs that DAR&E incurs to make a dog available for adoption. However, there are times when a dog will need additional or long term care which will add to the total costs of saving the Doberman.

Comparison of Vet Expenses to Adoption Fee Income for 2003:

Vet Expenses - $56,767
Adoption Fee Income - $22,775

 

Comparison of Vet Expenses to Adoption Fee Income for 2002:

Vets Expenses - $43,672
Adoption Fee Income - $21,688