Most people budget for the puppy and forget the next decade. Set a few details and Penny will tally the lifetime bill.
Figures are US-market averages for routine years, scaled by size, food tier, and grooming. The first year adds one-time setup (spay/neuter, initial vaccines, microchip, starter gear). Lifetime multiplies a typical year by an average lifespan for the size.
These are planning estimates, not vendor quotes — your real costs depend on your vet, location, and dog. Always check with your vet for medical decisions.
On currency: the toggle converts the US estimate at today's rate. It does not re-price for UK or EU vet and insurance costs, which differ — a future version would use region-specific data.
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