For those of you who are thinking about bringing a Tibetan Mastiff into your family, this post will outline the financial commitment. These magnificent dogs have a hefty price tag, both upfront and as an ongoing cost. What are the costs of owning a Tibetan Mastiff in UK.
## Initial Purchase Price
However, the cost of buying a Tibetan Mastiff puppies in UK can really differentiate:
Food, Vet bills and Insurance The direct costs of keeping a dog soon mount up so dont skimp on good food (many experts believe this to be more important than the breed), veterinary care when they need it or insurance see below for tipsA pedigree puppy from a reputable breeder will cost anything between £1500 and as much as £5000 [1].
– Higher particular puppies can cost up to £5,000[2]
Tibetan Mastiffs are also rare in the UK, so their rarity adds to the price. You should always buy from a Kennel Club assured breeder to ensure you get a healthy, purebred puppy [1].
## Monthly Expenses
But here are the ongoing costs of owning a Tibetan Mastiff:
– Food: £58-£65 per month[1]
Insurance: £60-£115pm subject to level of cover[1][2]
Miscellaneous ~ Toys, grooming etc: Variable
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## Annual Costs
Here is an idea about the yearly expenses of a tibetan mastiff.
– Food: £690-£780[1]
Regular vet bills: £350-£750[1]
Insurance £720-£1,380 (monthly cost estimates)
## Lifetime Costs
During the lifetime of a Tibetan Mastiff (on average more than 10 years), you can calculate how much it will cost:
According to PDSA estimates[3] -A minimum of £17,000
– Depending on health issues and quality of care, it could be even more
## Additional Considerations
Initial setup costs (bed, bowls, toys etc): £96[1]
– Non-recurring costs such as vaccination and neutering/spaying: £3500 -£100 or so [1]
## Conclusion
Having a Tibetan Mastiff in the UK is an expensive matter. With an upfront price of £1,500-£5,000 in the UK and ongoing costs ranging from roughly £105 to around possibly even as high as a maximum of about £217 on average per month for your giant alien dog. Tibetan Mastiff live over a life span that is expensive, you can spend at least £17 000 on it.
If you are looking at a Tibetan Mastiff to bring home, think long and hard on whether or not you can handle the frequent amount of money that comes along with this breed. But they are expensive pets to maintain (though very loyal and impressive) so likely not for everyone.