It’s true, as a nation we can’t get enough of our pets and we’d do anything for them – no matter what size or shape they come in.
But between pet costs, food, insurance and general care, our beloved furry friends can cost an absolute fortune.
Whether you’re looking to add four paws to your family or excited to see if your pup made the list, Sambla He crunched the numbers for you.
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The researchers looked at a variety of parameters, including the cost of insurance, annual booster shots, professional grooming and food to determine how much your dog will cost you over its lifetime.
They also take into account one-time costs such as the average cost of a breed and the initial course of vaccinations.
Before analyzing the total costs a dogDuring its lifetime, Sambla broke down the data to see which varieties were the most expensive and the most expensive to buy.
Most expensive dog breeds to buy
The main ones are five. The most expensive dog breeds At their average cost to buy:
- Italian Greyhound – £3,500
- Samoyed – 3,000 pounds
- Bernese Mountain Dog – £2,688
- Chow Chow – 2,663 pounds
- Irish Wolfhound – 2,500 pounds
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On the flip side, here are some of the most affordable dog breeds to buy.
- Greyhound – 600 pounds
- Lucher – 647 pounds
- Bedlington Terrier – 800 pounds
- Jack Russell – 884 pounds
- Pressa Canario – 886 pounds
The most expensive dog breeds to own in a lifetime in the UK
Tibetan Mastiff
Taking the top spot, it is the most expensive dog breed to own in a lifetime. Tibetan Mastiff.
The loving breed can be expensive Dog owners A staggering £31,530 on average over their 13-year lifetime.
At an average cost of £2,333 they are one of the most expensive to buy as a puppy. But their food costs are particularly expensive, costing an average of £1,079 a year.
Newfoundland
Second, Newfoundlands are a large breed with an averagely expensive total cost of ownership.
The breed can weigh 55-80kg, which explains more than £1,200 in food costs each year.
On top of this, owners have to factor in the cost of around £500 a year to professionally groom this beautiful breed.
These are some of the reasons why Newfoundland’s average cost of living is £28,332.
Mastiff
The Mastiff, also known as the English Mastiff, comes in as the third most expensive dog breed.
On average Mastiffs cost around £1,525 to buy and they weigh around 71kg so their food doesn’t come cheap.
In fact, their food bills cost the man £1,549 a year.
It is important to note that they do not require professional maintenance, which helps the budget somewhat. At 11-years old, the cute dogs cost an estimated £27,330 to care for.
Here are the 20 most affordable breeds and their total lifetime cost of ownership – is yours on the list?
The 20 cheapest dog breeds to own in the UK
At the other end of the spectrum, the most affordable dog breed to own is the Patterdale Terrier.
With a life expectancy of 13.5 years, these adorable dogs don’t need to be professionally rescued and only cost £99 a year to feed.
Border Terriers follow in second place with an average ownership cost of £6365.
In third place, Jack Russells cost £884 to buy their owners on average, they don’t need a professional groomer and their food bill is £153 a year.
“The cost of owning a dog can vary greatly depending on the breed,” said Tatian Coelho, a spokeswoman for the animal charity Woodgreen.
“In general, larger breeds require higher premiums, but breeds that are prone to medical issues, such as pugs and French bulldogs, can have higher insurance costs.”
“We recommend that pet owners do their research on the specific needs and potential costs associated with a particular breed before bringing a new furry friend into their home,” she added.
“This ensures that they are fully prepared to provide the best care possible for their new pet.”