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Daily Mirror
01-08-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
'Least expensive' dog breed to keep and lives longer than other pets
A recent study has laid bare the dog breed which is the least expensive to own over a lifetime, and it still remains a popular choice among owners in the UK Having a dog brings tremendous joy but can prove an expensive undertaking, particularly when costs mount up throughout a pet's lifetime. Tom Sadler, managing director at Pet Insurance Deals, explains "the financial aspect of pet ownership often surprises new dog owners who haven't factored in the long-term costs beyond the initial purchase". He said: "While cost shouldn't be the only consideration, understanding the long-term financial commitment can help prevent heartbreaking situations where owners must surrender pets they can no longer afford to care for properly." Fortunately for first-time owners, fresh research has emerged ranking the most wallet-friendly pups, with the top spot going to a beloved traditional British breed. Winner: The English Toy Spaniel Following analysis of 173 dog breeds examining their initial buying price, insurance premiums, feeding costs, and grooming bills across their anticipated lifespan, the English Toy Spaniel emerged as the most economical choice, totalling just £5,163.83 over its lifetime, , reports the Express. The study reveals this breed typically lives for 11 years and requires merely £39.12 monthly to maintain, owing to its compact size and minimal grooming requirements. Tom added: "Smaller breeds typically live longer than larger dogs, but their reduced food intake and generally lower grooming costs make them significantly more affordable over time. "For example, a Chihuahua might cost just £33 per month over its 15-year lifespan, making these breeds particularly suitable for budget-conscious pet lovers." For those thinking this figure remains steep, it's all about perspective. The priciest breed is said to be the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd, which sets owners back £16,252.53 throughout its lifetime. This works out at roughly £104.18 per month across 13 years. The ten least expensive dog breeds to own 1 English Toy Spaniel - lifetime cost £5,163.83 2 Japanese Chin - lifetime cost £5,348.83 3 Pomeranian - lifetime cost £5,594.61 4 Poodle (Toy) - lifetime cost £5,613.33 5 Yorkshire Terrier - lifetime £5,646.75 6 Russell Terrier - lifetime cost £5,666.51 7 Chihuahua - lifetime cost £5,822.53 8 Affenpinscher - lifetime cost £5,835.20 9 Bolognese - lifetime cost £5,838.27 10 Lancashire Heeler - lifetime cost £5,956.28
Daily Mail
30-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Revealed: The UK's most expensive dog breed that costs £16,000 to own
From mountains of dog food to unexpected trips to the vet, looking after man's best friend can often get expensive. But now, experts have revealed the UK's priciest pooch. According to experts, the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd dog is the most expensive dog to own, costing £16,250 over its lifetime. On top of an average £511 initial cost, that means this dog would set you back £104 per month for its entire 13-year life expectancy. That includes a whopping £5,789 spent on dog food alone, over nine times more than the £610 cost of feeding a Chihuahua for life. On the other end of the scale, the English Toy Spaniel proves to be the most affordable breed for British dog owners. These small dogs cost £5,163 over their 11-year lifetime, or just £39.12 per month. Tom Sadler, managing director at Pet Insurance Deals, which conducted the analysis, says: 'While cost shouldn't be the only consideration, understanding the long-term financial commitment can help prevent heartbreaking situations where owners must surrender pets they can no longer afford to care for properly.' Size is one of the biggest factors in determining a dog's cost, with seven out of the 10 most expensive breeds weighing over 36 kg (80 lbs). Following the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd dog, which can weigh up to 60 kg (130 lbs), the next most expensive dog is the 27-kilogram Hamiltonstovare, which costs £14,951 over its 15-year lifetime. This was followed by the Estrela Mountain Dog, which weighs up to 50 kg (110 lbs) and costs £14,778.13 to own for life. Smaller dogs, meanwhile, are significantly cheaper to own over their lifetime. The cheapest dog, the English Toy Spaniel, weighs no more than 6.3kg (14 lbs) at the very largest. This is followed by the Japanese Chin, which costs £5,348 over its lifetime and weighs 1.8-3.2 kg (4-7 lbs). Likewise, the Pomeranian costs as little as £5,594, or £33.30 per month, and weighs just 2 kg (4.5 lbs). However, medium breeds offer the best value for money in terms of cost relative to average lifespan. Dogs like the Border Collie and Australian Cattle Dog cost £8,676 and £9,328 respectively, but live for 13 to 14 years on average. These cost differences are largely due to the increased cost of feeding significantly larger dogs. A large dog might need to eat between 500 and 600 grams of food per day, compared to the 80 to 100 grams required for small breeds. But some breeds have different dietary requirements, and the costs of feeding can vary significantly between breeds. For example, the central Asian shepherd dog requires £37.67 while the similarly sized Belgian Malinois requires just £25.74 of food every month. Another big factor for the overall cost is grooming, with some dogs requiring frequent professional treatment. Breeds that require specialist treatments like hand-stripping, a method involving pulling dead hair from dense-coated dogs by hand, can cost over £1,740 just to groom. The Afghan Hound, the fourth most expensive breed, costs £1,925 in grooming costs over its lifetime. Insurance costs can also be a big factor in determining how much a dog costs to keep. Since certain breeds are more prone to health conditions or congenital disorders, they are expected to have higher medical costs and larger insurance premiums. For example, the Afghan Hound costs owners £2,227.68 in illness and accident insurance over its lifetime, nearly triple the amount for some smaller breeds. Likewise, the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog costs £2,361 to insure over its lifetime compared to just £700.80 for a Kuvasz, despite both being large breeds. These total expenses often dwarf the initial cost of purchasing a dog, which typically ranges from £400 to £500 for pedigree breeds. Mr Sadler says: 'The financial aspect of pet ownership often surprises new dog owners who haven't factored in the long-term costs beyond the initial purchase. 'We recommend budgeting not just for routine expenses but setting aside emergency funds for unexpected veterinary care, which can be substantial regardless of breed.' The most expensive dogs to own in the UK Lifetime price includes initial purchase cost, insurance, food, and grooming expenses. Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog: £16,252.53 Hamiltonstovare: £14,951.24 Estrela Mountain Dog: £14,778.13 Afghan Hound: £14,275.83 German Wirehaired Pointer: £14,187.13 Central Asian Shepherd Dog: £14,171.75 Belgian Malinois: £13,795.69 Spanish Mastiff: £13,628.94 Tornjak: £13,062.47 Large Munsterlander: £13,016.76 Irish Setter: £12,974.38 Stabyhoun: £12,966.24 German Longhaired Pointer: £12,869.56 Portuguese Pointer: £12,841.66 Otterhound: £12,774.25 German Shepherd Dog: £12,721.89 Wetterhoun: £12,658.12 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: £12,595.22 Poodle (Standard): £12,563.74 Bouvier des Flandres: £12,559.93 Small Munsterlander: £12,449.58 Boerboel: £12,304.19 Canaan Dog: £12,258.57 Azawakh: £12,245.07 Bohemian Shepherd: £12,237.15 Bloodhound: £12,227.52 Eurasier: £12,136.30 Alaskan Malamute: £12,056.87 Catahoula Leopard Dog: £12,020.81 Beauceron: £12,012.73 Wirehaired Vizsla: £11,983.01 Hokkaido: £11,959.64 Belgian Sheepdog: £11,897.88 Belgian Tervuren: £11,897.88 Saluki: £11,896.22 Australian Shepherd: £11,896.22 Borzoi: £11,875.60 Gordon Setter: £11,873.23 Kuvasz: £11,834.51 Vizsla: £11,766.61 Airedale Terrier: £11,736.68 Norwegian Elkhound: £11,731.22 Harrier: £11,711.72 Briard: £11,671.27 Samoyed: £11,656.14 Irish Red and White Setter: £11,621.79 Rottweiler: £11,618.59 Sloughi: £11,594.58 Entlebucher Mountain Dog: £11,577.47 American Bulldog: £11,547.25
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Scotsman
21-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Cheap Dog Breeds 2025: Here are the 10 most inexpensive types of adorable dog to insure - including the loving Poodle 🐶
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . Four of the cheapest dogs to insure. | Canva/Getty Images By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . Choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. Of course there's also the practicalities of affordability, with different breeds commanding very difference prices - and upkeep costs like insurance. Getting insurance for your dog is crucial if you don't want to face astronomical vet bills should your pet fall ill. A new study by pet insurance comparison website Pet Insurance Deals used data from Animal Friends to determine which dog breeds command the highest and lowest insurance premiums across more than 150 recognised breeds. Here are the 10 breeds of dog that will see you paying the lowest monthly insurance premiums. 1 . Lhasa Apso The cloud-like Lhasa Apso which has the joint lowest average insurance premium of any dog breed - just £4.85 a month. A Tibetan breed, they were originally used as watchdogs, helping to guard homes and temples. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Parson Russell Terrier The Parson Russell Terrier also costs an average of just £4.85 per month to insure - that's £11.18 less than the most expensive dog to insure, the Flat-Coated Retriever. This breed is named after the Reverend Jack Russell - who first bred both these dogs and the Jack Russell Terrier. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Brazilian Terrier The Brazilian Terrier takes the bronze medal as the third most affordable breed - at £4.86 monthly on average. They are thought to have been created by crossing Jack Russell Terriers, Parson Russell Terriers and Fox Terriers who were brought to Brazil from Europe in the 1800s. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Finnish Spitz Researchers found that the Finnish Spitz cost an average monthly premium of £5.02 to insure. This breed was originally trained to hunt a huge range of game in their native Finland - from squirrels to bears. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
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Scotsman
20-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Dog Insurance Prices 2025: Here are the 10 most and least expensive types of dog to insure - including the Flat-Coat Retriever 🐕🦺
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . Different breeds of dog cost very different amounts of money to insure. | Canva/Getty Images By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . Choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. Of course there's also the practicalities of affordability, with different breeds commanding very difference prices. There's always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . But for those with their heart set on welcoming a new puppy into their home, it's worth looking at how much you are likely to be asked to pay. It's also important to realise that owning a dogs can be an expensive business on a ongoing basis, including paying for crucial insurance to ensure you're not left with a huge vet bill should your pup fall ill. A new study by pet insurance comparison website Pet Insurance Deals used data from Animal Friends to determine which dog breeds command the highest and lowest insurance premiums across more than 150 recognised breeds. Tom Sadler, Managing Director of Pet Insurance Deals , explained the importance of the findings saying: 'With the cost of living still a concern for many households, more people will be basing their decisions based on finances. Unless you're adopting a dog, it's important to know that the initial cost of buying a dog isn't as important as health or dietary care, and often-overlooked expenses like insurance premiums can come as a shock.' So, here are the 10 breeds of dog that will see you paying the biggest - and smallest monthly insurance premiums. 1 . Flat-Coated Retrievers Starting with the most expensive dogs to insure, the Flat-Coated Retrievers had the greatest insurance costs in the study, with the average monthly premium for accident and illness cover reaching £16.03. These gun dogs were first bred in England to retrieve fallen game from both land and water. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Bernese Mountain Dog Bernese Mountain Dogs resulted in the second highest premiums, coming in at £15.61 per month on average. With £15.58 in monthly premiums. These gentle giants originate in the Bern area of Switzerland and were used to pull carts before becoming adored companion pets. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Great Dane Taking the final spot when it comes to the most expensive dogs to insure is the Great Dane - costing an average of £15.58 per month in premiums. One of the world's two largest breeds of dog (along with the Irish Wolfhound), the Great Dane is a german breeds descended from dogs that were used to hunt bears, wild boar, and deer. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Entlebucher Mountain Dog It costs an average of £15.04 per month to insure a lively Entlebucher Mountain Dog. Like the Bernese Mountain Dog, this is a type of Swiss Montain Dog that was used to herd and guard cattle in the Swiss Alps more commonly now just kept as a family pet. They are also knows as the Entlebucher Sennenhund Entelbucher Cattle Dog. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
