We take in more than 600 dogs every year at the NHSPCA.  Some are strays, some are surrendered, some are transferred from overcrowded shelters.  Each is wonderful in his or her own way.  Dogs stay with us an average of 20 days -- some less, some considerably more.  Their care is expensive, as all you dog lovers know.  Depending on the circumstances, we invest hundreds and sometimes thousands of dollars on each dog.  Spay/neuter surgeries can cost up to $350, vet exams $230, dental care $250.  Just feeding and caring for a dog for two weeks costs $210.  Some poor dogs come to us with exceptional medical issues that can cost up to $2,500 in surgical care.  Perhaps you can't adopt another dog.  But you still can help these great animals.  Sponsor a dog today and you'll help provide the promise of a better tomorrow.