...pet insurance and if so who The puppy is a weiner chihauhau mix. It's a boy. I need to get its first round of shots and get him fixed. How much will it cost? Will it be worth it to get pet insurance and if so any recommendations on which insurance company to pick?

Yes of course you should get pet insurance. It dont matter how much it costs.

First of all law requires that puppies not be sold until 8 weeks of age. Six weeks is to young. Pet insurance can be a good thing if you anticipate something going wrong. I would just keep a separate fund for pup emergencies. If you take care of your dog properly the chances are you will have a healthy dog. Proper vaccinations, proper diet, spaying/neutering, training, puppy proofing your home help to keep your dog healthy. Check out the ASPCA website, it gives you lots of information on how to raise a pup. He will need a series of shots as a puppy not just one. He will need a Rabies booster and then another at a year of age. Neutering costs around $150.00 depending on your dogs size. The anesthia is based on weight so for your size dog it may be less than that. A pet is an expensive venture. Make sure you get him all the vaccinations he needs in his first year of life. Most Vets recommend every three years for boosters now. They are finding dogs don't need to be vaccinated every year like they used to. At least my Vet doesn't unless the owner wants it. Once they are away from mom their immune system is open to things. Mom's milk protects while they are nursing.

Okay... first off... 6 weeks old is too young to be away from the mother. Dogs need to stay a minimum of 8 weeks, but 10-12 weeks is best. Puppies learn a lot from their mother and their litter mates during this time. Taking the puppy before these things are learned results in lots of problems with behavior, etc.

Personally, I wouldn't get pet insurance. It is tricky and has more exclusions than insurance for people. I'd just have a savings account with money for vet bills...

If you are worried about the cost of the vaccinations/neuter, then I recommend waiting and getting a dog after you save up money. If you are bound and determined to get the dog before you've got the money... Check with your local Humane Society/ASPCA/SPCA they usually have a low cost clinic where you can have these done.

Good luck.

6 weeks is too young. Please wait until at LEAST 8 weeks. Most responsible breeders give the puppies thier first round of shots, but they need a series before they are 6 months. I have never had pet insurance, not sure if it's worth it.