<prompt> Human: I am planning on getting a small puppy to be n buddy throw college . So other than the cost of the dog. How much is it going to cost to buy food and get his papers done and other stuff he needs, also can you suggest some dogs that I can check? Havent decided on what to get  <response>: First off you need to understand the time and responsibility of owning a dog and especially a puppy. Most people in college would be more interested in meeting new friends and experiencing life on their own for the first time. You will have to be willing to leave the party early to let the dog out and have a lot of hassle or miss out on the weekend roadtrip. That said, costs very depending on breed and how health you want to maintain the dog. I have a 60 pound long hair breed. She eats about 35 worth of food per month decent brand of food, Monthly medicine Flea, tick, worm is about 15mo, the yearly vet is about 150, I would plan on 1 vet visit for something else per year at about 200. If you need grooming 50 every couple months. 