Pet cost calculator
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Breakdown
Food
£30 - £118 a month
Grooming
£40 - £64 a month
Insurance
£7 - £57 a month
Poo bags
£3 - £10 a month
Routine health care
£12 - £14 a month
Toys
£1 - £50 a month
Did you know...
Dogs sweat through their paws! Their only sweat glands are found in between the pads on their feet. That's why they can only cool down by panting, breathing at a rate 10 times faster than normal with their mouths open and tongue dangling.
Source: myfamilyvets.co.uk
How we estimated these costs
- Food estimates are based on pet size
- Insurance costs are from RSPCA Pet Insurance. Your actual cost will vary depending on your pet’s age and postcode
- Grooming, poo bags and toy costs come from our partner, Pets at Home
- Routine health care includes flea, tick and worm treatment. It doesn’t include unexpected or emergency expenses
- The costs above don’t include dental, training, behaviour, walking or boarding