Cost calculator
What will your dog actually cost?
Get a tailored first-year and monthly estimate based on breed, location, and the services you'll actually use. Numbers are realistic ranges, not promises.
Your dog & lifestyle
Estimate forLabrador Retriever
First-year total$6,010
Monthly avg.$330/mo
One-time setup$2,050
Annual ongoing$3,960/yr
One-time setup
$2,050- Adoption / purchase$1,400
- Crate$110
- Bed$75
- Bowls$25
- Leash & collar$35
- Starter toys$55
- First vet visit$350
Monthly recurring
$330/mo- Food$55/mo
- Grooming$55/mo
- Pet insurance$60/mo
- Meds (flea / tick / heartworm)$45/mo
- Daycare / walker—
- Routine vet care$55/mo
- Training classes$60/mo
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Crate, bed, bowls, leash, and starter toys curated for your breed.
Ranges blend U.S. averages with your area's cost-of-living tier and breed-specific factors. Actual prices vary by city, vet, brand, and your dog's individual needs. We may earn a commission from Amazon links — at no extra cost to you.