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My dog saved me $50!

January 9th, 2013 at 01:58 am

Before I get to the dog, I have to preface this by saying:

Do you ever read the blogs on this site and think, "wow, I'd NEVER spend money on that...what a waste." (This happens to me, with some blogs more than others, lol!). Anyway, I'm sure many of you will be feeling the same way about me after this entry!

My dog goes to day camp. Not every day, but 3-5 times each month. Hubby works from home, but also travels regularly. When he's away, and I'm in the city working, it makes for a really long day for the dog. Although physically he'd be fine, he's got SO much energy that he would end up getting into mischief if left alone for that long.

The place where we board him for vacations offers "doggy day camp". We can drop him and pick him up any time between 7 am and 7 pm. He spends the whole day romping around with other dogs. (They even have cameras so I can check him out online)!

The cost: $29/day, $25 if you buy a package of 5, which is how I buy them. Well, my pup won "Camper of the Month", which comes with 2 free days - $50 worth for me!

I plan on buying a 20-pk when I run out, because that drives the price down to $21/day.

I'm also keeping track of the freebies I get this year on my sidebar, so I've added this to the list.

11 Responses to “My dog saved me $50!”

  1. ceejay74 Says:
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    LOL. Well, we all have our special luxuries that make our lives SO much easier. This one sounds like it works well for you! And your doggie.

    We are mulling over what to do about our cat when we're away for two weeks in May. We've never left him that long, but he's such a weirdo that I don't know if it'd just stress him out to go to a care facility.

  2. PNW mom Says:
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    It's always nice to get something for free when you are already paying for it! Smile

  3. Petunia 100 Says:
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    Now that is a good dog! Smile

  4. creditcardfree Says:
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    Love it!!

    @CeeJay, you might look at a pet sitter for that time. I hear Jeffrey does house/pet sitting...he is currently homeless on his minimum wage challenge. Smile

  5. ceejay74 Says:
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    Wouldn't that be crazy, if I could get one of the SA creators to house-sit for me?? Big Grin But, I should look around and see if someone is looking to stay for 2 weeks. I hear people do that, and can come with quite a few references so it's pretty safe.

  6. FrugalTexan75 Says:
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    You must have a well behaved pup. Big Grin

  7. LuckyRobin Says:
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    LOL. I didn't even know that existed. Well, if you can afford it, it seems like it's in the dog's best interests.

  8. CB in the City Says:
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    Oh Ceejay, you should definitely hire Jeffrey! Then we could read all about it! Smile
    MJ, I considered doggy day care when my dog was still alive -- he was a very active husky-shepherd mix and I think it would have been good for him. There just wasn't a convenient place in the area.

    We all have non-negotiable "wants" in our lives that may look odd to others. In my book, it is much better to spoil your pooch with exercise and socializing than rhinestone collars!

  9. ceejay74 Says:
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    CB, I went ahead and asked him! He said he'd do it but would need a plane ticket, and unfortunately, from his location to Mpls is pretty expensive. So I need to look around so more, but I don't think I'll be able to do that. Still, cool that it's a possibility.

  10. CB in the City Says:
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    That IS cool! Too bad the ticket is so pricey.

  11. LuckyRobin Says:
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    CJ, what about a bus ticket or a train ticket? Would those be possible for him? They'd be cheaper.

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