How much does a puppy cost? purchase & maintenance
The cost of a puppy can vary greatly depending on the breed and where you purchase it. In any case you should consider any potential costs before buying a puppy and you should always have some extra savings for eventual vet bills.
On average you should expect to pay anywhere from $500 to $2,000. This includes the purchase price of the puppy, basic equipment, and minimum vet costs for check-ups, deworming, and vaccinations. If you prefer a certain type of breed, however, the purchase alone can cost up to $3000 and more (a lot more).
Maintenance costs should also be taken into consideration when purchasing a puppy. This includes food, treats, toys, grooming supplies, and routine vet visits for check-ups, vaccinations, and other medical care.
Depending on the size, breed, and age of the puppy, food costs can range from $30-$90 per month. Puppy food is usually more expensive than adult food and some puppies may need to eat two or three times a day.
The costs for the basic set of puppy equipment, such as bowls, bed, grooming supply and a few toy will be $100 minimum and up to $500 (and more). This does not include any special acquirements such as clothes and costumes.
What are the most expensive breeds?
Some breeds are particularly popular (these trends change over time) and some are quite rare or exotic (meaning from remote places). These two factors can contribute to an unusual high price when you want to buy a puppy. Here are the top 10 most expensive breeds:
10. Labrador Retriever - $500-$1,500
9. German Shepherd - $500-$2,500
8. Golden Retriever - $500-$3,000
7. Bulldog - $1,500-$4,000
6. Rottweiler - $1,500-$2,500
5. Beagle - $500-$2,000
4. Poodle - $600-$4,000
3. Siberian Husky - $1,000-$3,000
2. Akita - $1,500-$4,500
1. French Bulldog - $2,000-$7,000
