Estimate your annual and lifetime cost of pet ownership. Select your pet type, size, and preferences to get a personalized breakdown.
Your Pet Details
Estimated Annual Cost
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First year (including setup): $0
Estimated lifetime cost: $0
Cost Breakdown
Estimates based on APPA, AVMA, and Banfield survey data (2024). Actual costs vary by breed, location, and individual pet health. Emergency vet costs are averaged — some years you'll spend nothing, others $3,000+.
How We Calculate
Our calculator uses survey data from the American Pet Products Association (APPA), American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and Banfield Pet Hospital's annual State of Pet Health report. We adjust for pet size, food quality, insurance coverage, grooming needs, boarding frequency, and regional cost of living.