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Pet Cost Calculator

Dogs cost $15,000–$55,000 over a lifetime. Cats $8,000–$25,000. See the year-one setup cost, annual recurring expenses, and full lifetime total — including the vet bills most new pet owners don't budget for.

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Full Cost Breakdown

Data sources & methodology: APPA National Pet Owners Survey 2024. Veterinary costs from AVMA & VPI Pet Insurance actuarial data. Food costs from PetFoodIndustry.com 2024 pricing. Lifetime calculated from breed-average lifespan minus current age. Emergency vet cost amortized as annual reserve. Disclaimer →

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