Georgia Brown
UK’s Most Expensive Dog Breeds Revealed: Check Out The Country’s Expensive Dogs From English Bulldogs To Dachshunds To Cavapoos And More
The demand for dogs has skyrocketed since the UK’s lockdown last year, with households turning to pets for companionship and emotional support during times of isolation.
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In turn, the rise of the ‘pandemic puppy’ has spiked litter prices across the country, with future owners willing to pay more than ever to get their perfect pet. Finding a Pet Retailer Pets at home shows that the average UK puppy cost £ 1,875 in 2020, more than double the average price in 2019.
Some breeds could even make parents of budding puppies over £ 3,000!
Some of the UK’s most popular dog breeds cost thousands of pounds
The English Bulldog currently tops the charts with the highest price tag, closely followed by the Cavapoo – a mix between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle.
Sausage dog lovers might not be thrilled that the miniature dachshund is also at the top of the price list, with the average puppy costing £ 2,537.
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Pomeranians, Cocker Spaniels and Labrador Retrievers are also burning a hole in the pockets of the country, with prices for these puppies reaching thousands. Read on for the definitive list of the UK’s most expensive dog breeds …
Miniature Dachshunds are the UK’s third most expensive dog breed
The 10 most expensive dog breeds in the UK
- English Bulldog – £ 2,995
- Cavapoo – £ 2,949
- Miniature Dachshund – £ 2,537
- Cockapoo – £ 2,471
- Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – £ 2,458
- French Bulldog – £ 2,389
- Pomeranian – £ 2,247
- Dachshund – £ 2,242
- English Cocker Spaniel – £ 2,230
- Labrador Retriever – £ 1,948
Although puppy prices are hitting record highs, the number of canine companions offered for adoption has also skyrocketed. According to The trust of dogs, between August 2020 and January 2021, there was a 41% increase in web traffic to his Give Your Dog page – a truly heartbreaking statistic.
Choosing to adopt a used puppy is not an easy decision, but it is guaranteed to be rewarding. Be sure to visit your local Dogs Trust or check online to see if you can relocate an unwanted animal.
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