-Estimated life span: 12-15 years
-First year: $1020 to $1,825
-Estimated annual costs thereafter: $580 to $945
Total estimated lifetime cost: $7,980 to $15,195.
Puppies – The First Year
Veterinary Care/Laboratory Tests - $100 to $300
Physical examinations and Immunizations - $80 to $300
Internal/External Parasite Treatment and Control - $100 to $150
Spay/Neuter - $90 to $200. The cost often depends on the dog's size and age.
Food - $150 to $250
Miscellaneous (collars, leads, crate, toys, bed, obedience training) - $250 to $500
Total: $770 to $1,500
Dogs - Annual Costs
Veterinary Care/Examinations/Laboratory - $150 to $255
Immunizations - $60 to $75
Internal/External Parasite Preventatives - $120 to $190
Food - $150 to $300
Miscellaneous - $100 to $125
Total: $580 to $945
NOTE: Amounts vary considerably, based on factors such as growth rate and size of the adult dog, types of food and unforeseen medical conditions. Generally, puppies require more routine medical attention than adult dogs. However, statistics show that older animals (those over eight years old) will require more veterinary care than younger adults.
You should also note that costs vary between stores, veterinarians and by region.
