Top 20 most expensive UK dog breeds revealed

In celebration of National Pet Day Month (April 1 – May 1), personal loans specialist Sambla have conducted an analysis to unveil the most expensive dog breeds in the UK and the results may surprise you.

By Emma Downey

Published 20th Apr 2023, 15:45 BST

From grooming, food costs to veterinary bills, take a look at the top 20 most expensive dogs.

Average cost: £2,333. Life expectancy: 13.5 years. Total cost of ownership: £31,530

1. Tibetan Mastiff

Average cost: £2,333. Life expectancy: 13.5 years. Total cost of ownership: £31,530 Photo: UkPets

Average cost: £2,020. Life expectancy: 10.5 years. Total cost of ownership: £28,332

2. Newfoundland

Average cost: £2,020. Life expectancy: 10.5 years. Total cost of ownership: £28,332 Photo: UKPets

Average cost: £1,525. Life expectancy: 11 years. Total cost of ownership: £27,330

3. Mastiff

Average cost: £1,525. Life expectancy: 11 years. Total cost of ownership: £27,330 Photo: UKPets

Average cost: £2,000. Life expectancy: 10 years. Total cost of ownership: £27,028

4. Boerboel

Average cost: £2,000. Life expectancy: 10 years. Total cost of ownership: £27,028 Photo: UKPets

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