Top 10 Most Affordable Dog Breeds: First Year Costs Breakdown

Average cost based on high and low estimates. “Others” combines grooming, training, pet insurance, toys & treats, and licensing. 2025 edition.

Purchase CostMedical CareFoodOthersTotal first year

Border Terrier

$1,150

$595

$420

$1,195

$3,360

Chihuahua

$1,250

$550

$420

$1,120

$3,340

Bluetick Coonhound

$850

$550

$800

$1,095

$3,295

Treeing Walker Coonhound

$1,050

$450

$550

$1,170

$3,220

Russell Terrier

$1,000

$400

$1,170

$2,970

Mountain Cur

$550

$450

$550

$1,270

$2,820

West Highland White Terrier

$1,175

$400

$420

$785

$2,780

Chorkie

$650

$450

$970

$2,520

Plott Hound

$500

$450

$550

$995

$2,495

Rat Terrier

$500

$450

$300

$830

$2,080

Source: CitizenShipper's ResearchCitizenShipper