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Dog cost calculator

What is the lifelong cost of owning a dog?

Updated: 17 Sep 2025

  • Ever wondered how much it really costs to own a dog? Our handy calculator shows you the lifelong expenses, from tasty treats to pet insurance, so you can plan with confidence.

  • See how different dog breeds compare and pick the pet that fits your life and your budget.

💡 All you need to do is select a dog breed and our tool will do the rest

Prefer to work it out yourself?

💡 Simply add in the relevant information and our self-service tool will provide the results

Methodology

  • Pet insurance is MoneySuperMarket data^

  • Food, grooming, toys and boosters are estimates

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The average monthly premiums where the animal type was a dog and the enquiry was created between May 2025 and July 2025 where only 1 pet was included in the quote.