Puppy prices drop as demand for dogs declines

Puppy prices have fallen by an average of 18% since the lockdown boom in 2021, according to new research from pet insurance provider ManyPets.

The data reveals the UK’s cheapest breeds ranked on their overall costs – including food costs, insurance costs and potential annual vet bills – are: Jack Russell, Chihuahua, Yorkshire Terrier, Shi Tzu, Border Collie, Greyhound, Border Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Sprocker Spaniel, and Beagle.

Oke Eleazu, Chief Executive of ManyPets UK, said: “Our data shows that the pet boom is starting to steady which has helped bring prices down, in some cases below 2020 levels. And while the initial cost of the breed is not the only consideration, differences of £500 can be game changing when considering inflation on other key pet costs such as vet visits, vaccinations, toys, and even insurance.

“With things slowing down naturally post lockdown, we hope this will help to make pet parentship more accessible for those who felt priced out previously.”