Panosteitis is a common condition in several large breed dogs. It typically occurs between 6 and 18 months of age, and more often in males than females. Symptoms can last from two to five months, but can actually go on for as long as 18 months in certain breeds.
OPERATING COSTS. Wages: The biggest operating cost for a backhoe, or any piece of construction equipment, is what you pay the operator. Wages vary from about $13 to $40 an hour depending on the region. The average operator will pull down about $20 an hour for pay and $11 an hour for benefits, Kurth says.
1 Renting a backhoe for do-it-yourself use typically costs $100-$200 for half-day or full day rental of a small or mini-backhoe; larger models typically rent for $200-$350 or more a day or $500-$1,500 or more for a week. Many backhoe companies charge for travel time to get the machine to the job site and get it set up. 2  For small jobs, there is typically a minimum number of hours (3-8) or a minimum fee ($150-$400 or more).