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Breeding

Breeding Stock

The purchase price of breeding. This is a capital expense; depending on the cost, you may need to depreciate it over several years.

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Stud Fees

Fees paid to use another breeder's male for breeding.

$

Veterinary Care

Routine and emergency vet bills for breeding animals

$

Animal Care and Supplies

Food and Supplies

Costs of animal food, treats, bedding, grooming supplies, and other breeding-related items.

$

Registration and Pedigree Fees

Fees for registering litters with breed associations and obtaining pedigrees.

$

Marketing and Sales

Website and Online Advertising

Costs associated with maintaining a website and online advertising platforms to showcase offspring.

$

Print Advertising

Expenses for ads in breeder magazines or local publications.

$

Travel Expenses

Costs of travel to shows or to deliver offspring to new owners (with limitations).

$

Business Operations

Facility Costs

Rent or lease payments for a breeding facility. If you use part of your home for breeding, you may be able to deduct a portion of home office expenses.

$

Utilities

Expenses for utilities like electricity, water, and trash removal.

$

Cleaning and Sanitation Supplies

Costs of cleaning supplies, disinfectants, and waste disposal specific to the breeding operation.

$

Breeding Equipment

Costs of specialized breeding equipment (depending on value) may be depreciated over several years.

$

Professional Fees

Payments to animal trainers, behaviorists, or other professionals.

$

Office Supplies

Costs of office supplies like printer ink, paper, and computer software.

$

Travel Expenses

Transportation costs (e.g., gas, tolls) for trips related to the rental property.

$

Insurance

Business insurance premiums, including property and liability insurance.

$

Professional Fees

Payments to accountants, lawyers, or other professionals.

$

Insurance

Business insurance premiums, including property, liability, and animal insurance.

$

Taxes and Licenses

Costs of business licenses, permits, and any applicable sales taxes.

$

Other Expenses

Record Keeping and Software

Costs of software or subscriptions used for breeding record keeping.

$

Travel and Meals

Expenses for travel and meals associated with attending shows or breeder conferences (with limitations).

$

Telephone and Internet

Costs of phone and internet service for the breeding operation.

$

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