Caucasian Shepherd Dog

We put together a list of common adoption myths, in the hopes that you can gently point friends toward this post when they talk about adding a pet to their family.

While their companionship is priceless, there are tangible costs that come along with bringing home a new dog or puppy. Ultimately, it depends on factors like the type of dog you get, where you live, where you shop, and what kind of squeaky toys you decide to spring for. But in terms of the necessities, you can expect the cost of a dog or puppy to start at a minimum of $395 in the first year, and continue to cost at least $326 each year following.