Five Expensive Dog Breeds
Ever thought about which dog breeds end up being the most expensive to own? Below, I have broken down the five most expensive dogs to own and what makes them so pricy.
1: English Bulldog: The English Bulldog can cost up to an estimated 80,000 during its lifetime. The main reason for such a high amount is vet bills because they have numerous health conditions. They are known to have frequent and recurring health issues with their skin, eyes, and respiratory. It’s highly recommended to have pet insurance when owning this breed because of the frequent necessary vet visits. This can run you around $70 a month or higher. Due to their skin problems it’s recommended to have them on a special diet that can run you over $100 a month. These cute pups can really wrack up the debt quickly if you are not properly prepared.
2. Tibetan Mastiff: These ginormous dogs can end up costing around $40,000 during their lifetime. The first big reason for such a high bill is their coat. These massive dogs can weigh up to 150lbs and be up to 29inches in height which means a lot of fur! Their double coat can take 3-5 hours and typically requires 2 people to properly groom which is going to cost you the big bucks. In addition to needing frequent grooming trips you can expect to pay more in grooming tools for your home because you will also need to brush and care for their coat at home to avoid matts. Due to their size you can also anticipate a higher food bill than a smaller dog. Think upwards of $160 plus monthly on food costs.
3. Rottweiler: The estimated cost of owning a rottweiler is upwards of $35,000. Rottweilers are intelligent, strong, and stubborn which means it’s crucial to properly train them. If you have extensive knowledge in dog training then this cost may not impact you. However, if you don’t have a healthy amount of knowledge about training a dog you will want to get up to speed to properly care for this animal. This is a powerful dog breed and you want them to be well mannered and well trained to be safe around family. You will also want to invest in a strong and sturdy fence to maintain their safety and the safety of others. If the fence gets damaged, you will want to work quickly to get it repaired. This particular breed is also known to have higher vet care bills due to health concerns such as cancers, bone and joint issues, heart conditions, and eye issues. Rottweilers are wonderful pets to own but be prepared for a high cost of care.
4. Samoyed: These dogs can run an estimated $30,000 in their lifetime. This is a large breed dog that will typically cost you the most in the beginning. The upfront costs are likely to be where you spend the most up front money is for typical items needed such as grooming tools. This is a large breed dog weighing up to 65lbs and standing at around 23 inches and they have a thick double coat that needs frequent brushing to avoid matting. This means buying extra materials to ensure proper grooming. This breed is also known to be intelligent and very head strong, it’s highly recommended for them to receive proper training. This is going to cost you to have them enrolled in training school but it really is necessary with this breed. When it comes to vet care, you can expect mostly a standard level of care to less expensive breeds. They are known to struggle with hip dysplasia which could end up being additional unexpected vet/medical costs.
5. Afghan Hound: The Afghan Hound is often estimated at costing up to $30,000 in it’s lifetime. This cost is primarily associated with grooming requirements, specialized diet, pet insurance, medical issues, and training. Let's start with grooming needs. Afghan Hounds can be up to 60lbs and stand at 27inches. They have long, silky hair that requires daily grooming. You will be putting down a pretty penny on grooming tools and taking them to the groomers. If you are able to complete all grooming yourself, amazing, it will still cost you to have all the necessary tools. It’s not exactly required to have them on a specialized diet, however, you will likely find yourself needing to if you want to properly care for them. They need a high protein diet due to their genetic makeup so it’s important to find a high protein food for them. They are also known to be picky eaters which can sometimes be caused by stomach sensitivities. This can mean buying special, more expensive, food for them. Worth it for them to not have an upset tummy…trust. Pet insurance is often recommended because they commonly have hip dysplasia and eye problems that require vet care. Proper training is often highly recommended because this large breed is intelligent and head strong. It’s important to properly train them to ensure everyone’s safety.
Hopefully you found this article informative! I wanted to create an easy to read list to help you arrive at the best decision for yourself. Owning a dog is wonderful, fun, and exciting but it’s so important to be prepared for all the costs. You end up creating such a strong, deep connection with your dog and when an unexpected cost arises you want to be as prepared as you can be. Nothing worse than already being stressed about your dog’s health and then stressed about financing their medical care as well.
