<prompt> Human: I havent had a job in my life that ever paid a living wage. Even as a child I struggled financially. I am however, smart; I am good at budgeting, Im financially responsible with the exception of a smoking habit Im trying to kick, and I am very capable of living thriftily. I was always taught to stockpile food and grow your own, perishables and non perishables are always there for you. My problem currently is that I cant save. I still live cheque to cheque. This months end, Im looking at less that 400 dollars. 225 goes to the second portion of rent, 70 goes to power, 30 goes to pet food, and an extra 35 for puppys parvo vaccine. After that, I need to put a few extra vitamins in the mix because I know pasta and tomatoes wont sustain a baby. How can I be better? How can I help myself?  <response>: My vote is to rehome the dog.Having a pet is a luxury and you simply cant afford it right now. 