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Money math for a family protection dog

Sticker price is one line of a long list.

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Published sticker prices

What was reportedFigureWhere
One premium provider, highly trained dogs$30,000 to $80,000, near $50,000 on average (2019)CNBC
Belgian Malinois puppy, breeder priceAbout $1,200 and up; $9,000 or more for show or breeding qualityInsurify

Neither line is a price from this site.

Recurring lines

  • Food: roughly $40 to $300 a month per Insurify.
  • Lessons: commonly about $70 to $150 per private session.
  • Vet care: routine and emergency.
  • Insurance: see this overview.

A reality check

Add up a year of recurring lines before you add the sticker price. If the total strains you, choose a smaller commitment.

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