What a dog really costs, before you fall in love.
Cute is free; the vet is not. We give breed-specific care advice and the honest first-year and lifetime numbers, so the shelter trip is a good decision.
First-year pet cost calculator
Food, vet, and gear for year one, plus a lifetime estimate.
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First-year cost
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Monthly average
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Lifetime cost
Breed-specific, vet-grounded• Real costs up front• Gear we actually use
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