How much does a Cocker Spaniel actually cost? And what exactly is hidden behind the cost of a dog?
In this article we explain to you all costs and prices around the Cocker Spaniel.
With a body weight of 12 to 16 kilograms and a size of up to 43 centimetres, the Cocker Spaniel is one of the small to medium-sized dog breeds.
You will soon find out why this and what else has an impact on the costs. Have fun while reading!
Cocker Spaniel Price: Acquisition costs & initial equipment
Here we go with the Cocker Spaniel, his purchase price and the costs for the initial equipment.
We break it down for you:
Cocker spaniel puppy price from breeder
€1400-1800
If you have one Cocker Spaniel puppies from the breeder buy, you can with a purchase price of approx. €1400-1800 calculate.
Important!
You will likely come across many ads online selling Cocker Spaniel puppies for significantly less money.
Please inform yourself very precisely how you can distinguish reputable from dubious breeders.
Cocker spaniel adoption
€250-350
Will you on one Cocker Spaniel at the shelter carefully, you pay one for his adoption Protection fee of 250 to 350 €.
There are other ways to adopt a Cocker Spaniel:
- Over a animal welfare organization
- through the circle of friends or acquaintances (the more people you involve in your search for a Cocker Spaniel, the greater the chance that someone will know someone who wants, should or needs to sell a Cocker Spaniel)
Cocker Spaniel Initial Equipment & One-time Costs Table
What costs do dog owners have to expect for the initial equipment in any case?
Dog food 40 – 70 €Dog bed 30 -150 €Toys 5 – 20 €Transport boxapprox. 130 €Water bowl / feeding bowl 20 – 40 €Dog brushapprox. 5 €Dog shampooapprox. 5 €collar / harness / leash20 – 60 €vaccination50 – 70 €castration200 – 600 €microchip30 – 50 €
How much does a Cocker Spaniel cost? Acquisition costs & initial equipment in total
1935 – €3000
Astonished? 1935 – €3000 go on for the acquisition costs and the initial equipment of your Cocker Spaniel.
Do not you think?
actually are many items in our invoice are variable.
In this example, we calculated the purchase price for a Cocker Spaniel puppy from the breeder.
If you adopt one, you can deduct another €1400 from €1935 and maybe only pay a nominal fee of €300.
Then your acquisition costs are around 835 € and that sounds a bit different, doesn’t it?
Maybe your cocker is already neutered: ~ €200
Chipped and vaccinated: ~ €100
You don’t need a transport box (for now): ~ €130
You still have the collar & leash from the previous dog: ~ €50
and so forth…
How much does a Cocker Spaniel cost per month?
€187 – €620 per month
You may have guessed: In the Monthly costs from 187 to 620 € for your Cocker Spaniel hide a few variable items again.
Maybe you have to go to dog school with your impulsive sniffing nose or your Cocker Spaniel is particularly prone to injuries, needs medication or spontaneous to regular care in a kennel.
You can expect these costs roughly on a monthly basis:
Dog Food
40 – 70 € per month
For around 40 – 70 € per month you can already get reasonable, high-quality dog food & natural treats for your dog receive.
Die your dog’s diet is very important for his health. You shouldn’t save here, but you shouldn’t reach for cheap food out of ignorance or laziness either. Please.
Tip:
We are BARF friends and want to encourage you to give it a try. BARF is not a science, nor is it priceless.
You can definitely buy the meals for your Cocker Spaniel including vegetables and food supplements for €70 a month!
We recommend reading up and contacting a canine nutritionist or attending a BARF training course to get you started – even if it costs money.
Healthcare & Vet Visits
€10 – €50 per month
Occasionally you will take your Cocker Spaniel to the vet must. Be it for vaccinations, medicines, tick remedies, wormers, infections or injuries.
This cost is never predictable. But you can take precautions by setting up a savings account for your dog!
Care
40 – 80 € per month
Grooming, checking ears, trimming claws – the Cocker Spaniel is more of one of them high maintenance breeds.
Its silky fur is prone to matting and will require your art or a groomer. Here it is Cocker quite expensive compared to other dog breeds.
dog tax
€5 – €15 per month
The dog tax depends on where you live. Much luck!
insurances
€2 – €25 per month
One Dog Liability Insurance is always a good idea. Depending on where you live, it is even mandatory and very cheap at €2-5 per month.
Individually:
Surgery or health insurance is also interesting for many dog owners. You can insure your Cocker Spaniel for around €20-25 per month.
Dog School & Training
€70 – €300 per month
Who knows who knows if your cocker spaniel with you the help from a pro needed or if he understands you that way. This item is also variable.
Trainer lessons can cost between €60 and €100 or more.
Entertainment & Employment
€20 – €80 per month
Dog Toys, Dog Sports & Activities – Even if it’s «just» the joint excursions to a nearby forest or to the sea. They want to be paid too.
Conclusion
According to our calculation, they are Acquisition costs and your investment in the initial equipment of your Cocker Spaniel at about 1935 – €3000.
How much you actually pay depends, among other things, on whether you are adopting a Cocker Spaniel or buying a puppy from a breeder.
Monthly you can roughly with costs between €187-620 calculate. This amount is by no means rigid. Maybe you’re only paying €150 one month and the next you’re getting a €600 vet bill.
Please think carefully about whether you can really afford a Cocker Spaniel! For 10, 12 or 14 years.
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