I live in the Chicago area and do ok for myself. I take Wacha to a very well reputable vet, but it is not like the have diamond encrusted thermometers or anything. He is scheduled to be neutered on Friday. I am a preparer so when I scheduled his neuter when i got him at eight weeks they said $250 for a 15lbs dog. This guy is 40lbs now, if they ask for $500 on Friday, I think I might faint. Don't get me wrong, I'll pay whatever, but DAMN.