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What would life be without humanity’s most loyal companions? Dogs truly are our best friends. They feed off of our emotions, cheer us up when we’re feeling down, and are always up for a much-needed cuddle session.
Lucky for us, getting a pet dog is generally pretty affordable. Most shelters won’t charge too much to bring home your very own canine companion. Plus, adopting a dog from a shelter is a great way to give a home to a dog that may have been living out on the street with no consistent source of food and shelter.
However, there are also people out there willing to pay top dollar to get themselves a premium pup. Some of the price tags on certain dogs are nothing short of mind-blowing.
Of course, I once again must advocate that everyone get their dogs from a shelter. Shelters all over the world are overburdened. By adopting a dog from a shelter, you’re making room for these shelters to get more dogs off the streets and into places where they can live happier lives.
However, for the sake of pure curiosity, we’ll be looking at the world’s five most expensive dog breeds. Whether it’s for their looks, their athletic prowess, or their undying loyalty, these dogs fetch (pun intended) higher prices on the open market than any other kids of canines.
So, grab yourself a blanket, cuddle up with your own pup, and enjoy reading about these absurdly expensive dog breeds. Just remember: every dog is special regardless of what you paid for it. These dogs are just the ones with the biggest price tags.
Samoyed
The title of the priciest pup in the pack goes to the Samoyed out of Siberia. For especially fine examples of this breed, people have paid around $14,000. That’s right. You could buy a new car or you could get yourself a beautiful Siberian dog.
These pups are known for their loyal, caring, and eager-to-please attitude. Hey, if you’re paying that much for a dog, you’d better hope that it’s going to be kind and cooperative. The Samoyed, however, is also known for its penchant for running away and roaming for miles on end. So, if you have the money for a Samoyed, you’d better also have a lot of time to keep an eye on it and maybe even chase it around your neighborhood.
Samoyeds also commonly have quite a few health problems and can cost you a whole lot of cash in vet bills on top of the money you already paid to adopt them. If you’re willing to get past all that, though, these dogs have wonderful personalities and are absolutely gorgeous. They have coats that range in color from white to biscuit. And they have black lips that curl up into the famous “Samoyed smile.”
Löwchen
The Löwchen has been a widely popular and coveted dog breed in Europe for over five centuries. So, unsurprisingly, people are willing to pay a lot of money for them. What is surprising, though, is just how much people are willing to pay for these adorable little dogs.
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If you want to get your own Löwchen, you could be looking at paying as much as $12,000. Part of the reason that these dogs are so expensive is that they were once the rarest dog in the world. In fact, in 1973, there were only 65 of them left on the planet. Today, there are still only around 300 of them registered each year.
Löwchens aren’t just rare and cute. They’re also some of the most friendly and outgoing dog breeds out there. Yes, they require constant attention and will get sad if you leave them alone for a long period of time, but they’re also gentle, fun, and great with kids and families. And, unlike many other expensive dog breeds, these dogs don’t have a whole lot of health issues, so you won’t have to worry about racking up massive bills at the vet.
Chow Chow
Hailing from China, the Chow Chow has sort of become the calling card of rich dog-lovers worldwide. If you want to be a Chow Chow owner, you’re going to need a lot of cash because these dogs can cost you up to $11,000. Not only that, but you’re going to need a lot of time on your hands.
Chow Chows are naturally stubborn, so it’s going to take some time if you want to train them properly. Plus, these pups require a ton of daily exercise. I’m talking four walks per day or more. Chow Chows also tend to have quite a few health issues, so you’ll be running to and from the vet and constantly opening your wallet.
This breed used to be a working dog but they’re more commonly seen in shows or on an expensive modern couch these days. Indeed, Chow Chows are unfathomably cute from their lion-like manes to their smushed faces and adorable noses. While they may be stubborn and difficult to deal with sometimes, there’s nothing like cuddling up with a fluffy Chow Chow.
Tibetan Mastiff
As you probably figured out from the name, the Tibetan Mastiff originates from, yes, Tibet. These massive canines were once used to protect herds of sheep from wolves, bears, and leopards. Now, they’re more commonly found cuddling up next to humans during a nice Netflix session.
With that said, their protective instincts haven’t completely gone away. Tibetan Mastiffs will still defend your family at a moment’s notice. Plus, since these dogs can weigh up to 150 pounds when they’re fully grown, these are not beasts that you want to mess with.
Tibetan Mastiffs are big and beautiful. Not only are they impressive in their size, but they also have kind-looking faces and a big, fluffy coat. They exude an air of nobility in both their physical appearance and the way that they carry themselves. But you’re going to have to pay a royal price tag of up to $10,000 to get your own. In fact, a Tibetan Mastiff puppy once sold for around $2 million. Now that’s a pricey pup.
English Bulldog
Another massively popular dog among the rich and famous, the English Bulldog is adored by people all over the world for its floppy jowl, adorably smushed face, stubby legs, and generally chubby appearance. It’s believed that the English Bulldog dates back to 13th-century England during the reign of King John, and the reason behind their breeding is pretty barbaric. Apparently, people used to practice a “sport” called bullbaiting in which they would force a pack of dogs to fight a bull.
Now no longer forced to fight in most parts of the world, English Bulldogs are now loyal and friendly companions. They love giving drool-coated kisses on the face and cuddling up next to you on the couch. Unfortunately, English Bulldogs are known for having a litany of health issues. With all the vet bills you’re going to have to pay plus an upfront cost of up to $9,000, you’ve got to have a big bank account to get an English Bulldog.
I have a Frenchie that’s worth around 10k to sometimes 100k