Description

Let's be real: getting a dog is like accidentally signing up for a financial rollercoaster you never saw coming. Emily's first year with Clover was a wild ride of unexpected expenses, adorable chaos, and more love and cuteness than she ever imagined. 🥹 Spoiler alert: No amount of budgeting could have prepared her for this.

In this episode, we cover:

😴 The unexpected challenges of getting a puppy, from sleepless nights to separation anxiety

📋 Why training is crucial and how it impacts both your sanity and your dog's behavior

💰 The real costs of dog ownership that go way beyond the initial adoption fee

🐶 How an energetic corgi can completely change your lifestyle and work routine

☺️ Balancing the financial investment with the immeasurable joy of a little puppy buddy

✨ Episode Highlights ✨

• [01:35] How Emily and her husband decided to get a dog 
• [06:26] Breaking down the initial costs of getting Clover 
• [12:25] Surprise expenses: training, vet bills & daycare
• [22:45] – Things Emily wishes she knew before getting a dog
• [29:55] Financial and training tips for future dog owners 
• [31:35] The shocking total cost of Clover's first year
• [36:02] – Regrets? Just One. Not making Clover an influencer. 

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