Getting a dog, or already have one?

Work out what a dog really costs, which insurance you need, how much to feed and whether your vet’s price is fair. Free, quick and no sign-up.

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Where are you up to?

  1. Thinking about a dog

    Can we afford one, and which breed?

    What a dog costs Costs by breed Can we have one if we work?

  2. Choosing a puppy

    Finding a good breeder and the right size.

    Is this a good breeder? How big will they get?

  3. Bringing them home

    Kit, insurance and the first year.

    What to buy Which insurance? Puppy’s first year, date by date A daily routine to print

  4. Living with your dog

    Everyday costs, food and vet bills.

    How much to feed Is my vet’s price fair?
Asking your family for a dog?Work out the real costs together, then send them the results. It’s a lot more convincing than “please”.

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Getting a dog

Looking after them

What each breed costs

First-year and lifetime costs for 40 popular UK breeds, with the health problems to insure for.

A cavapooCavapooA cockapooCockapooA LabradorLabradorA cocker spanielCocker spanielA French bulldogFrench bulldogA golden retrieverGolden retrieverA miniature dachshundMiniature dachshundA English springer spanielEnglish springer spanielA border collieBorder collieA German shepherdGerman shepherdA Staffordshire bull terrierStaffordshire bull terrierA pugPugAll 40 breeds →

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