Having a dog as a pet is an amazing experience and provides so many more pro’s than con’s. But with that experience also comes a price for ongoing maintenance and through the later years injury and health.
But let’s talk about the cost of actually buying a dog.
Dog owners across the nation identify regular feeding expenses as the top ongoing cost, with veterinary care coming in a close second. Toys and treats rank as the third highest continuous expenditure.
In 37 states, the purchase of dog food emerged as the most significant recurring cost for pet owners.
Veterinary care is noted as the second-highest expense related to ongoing dog care.
Although toys and treats are generally the third largest expense for dog owners, they are considered the primary expense for dog owners in Iowa.
Additionally, 9% of dog owners report grooming as their most substantial ongoing cost associated with their dogs.