Robert,
Good job on doing your research first. Have you researched what to look for in a reputable breeder? Kala has a very good point, there are so many rescues out there who need a loving home, plus you can avoid a lot of the starting costs(first shots, neutering/spaying, worming meds)
Now that the parenting and living arrangement topics have been addressed, I'll help you with the vet bills.
These are the bills that I have accumulated in the past 2 and a half years with my male:
First series of puppy shots + worming meds (over 5 months period) = $150.00
Bordatella(sp) shot = $10.00 (training classes won't let you in unless this is given)
First emergency visit = $150.00 (eye injury $65.00 just to walk in the door)
Sick visit + tests + 2nd opinion = $1000.00
Neutering/Spaying = $175.00
Hip/elbow x-rays = $75.00
Yearly vet visit + shots = $40.00
Fecal test = $25.00/year
Heart worm & flea meds = $80.00/year
Now food and other goodies:
Canidae 40lb. bag = $31.99 every 5 weeks or so(premium food)
Dog biscuts = $8.00 5 lb. box every 4 weeks
Misc. veggies(I use them for training treats) = $10.00/week
Collars & leashes = $60.00(I have and assortment of both)
Toys = $60.00/year (My dog destroys toys except a kong)
Cleaning supplies = $50.00 (for those days when he desides it's better to puke on the beige rug than the kitchen floor
)
Grooming supplies = $75.00/year(toothpaste, brushes, shampoo, vacuum bags, etc.)
Training(very important) = $120.00 per class on average
The list goes on too, as I'm sure other members will tell you. I don't mean to be a bummer here but I was a college student not to long ago and I remember the days of trying to make a big mac last for 2 meals.
Good luck and welcome to the forum:D
Terrie