The first year is the most expensive year of owning a dog. On top of the dog itself you pay for vaccinations, desexing, microchipping, registration, training and a full set of gear, usually $3,000 to $6,000 in total. This hub walks through it in roughly the order you will pay for it.
Start here
Dog cost calculatorFirst year, typical year and lifetime cost for your dog.Cost of owning a dog in AustraliaThe full breakdown, line by line.
Before they come home
Cavoodle priceWhat breeders charge and why.Groodle pricePuppy prices across Australia.French bulldog pricePurchase price and health costs.Best dog crates in AustraliaThe most useful first purchase.Best dog harnessesFor a puppy learning lead manners.
Vet care in the first year
Dog vaccination costThe puppy course and yearly boosters.Dog microchipping costCompulsory in every state.Dog desexing cost calculatorBy weight, sex and clinic.Flea and worming costYear-round parasite control.Pet insurance calculatorThe best time to insure is now.
Registration
Dog registration NSWLifetime registration fees.Dog registration VictoriaAnnual council fees.Dog registration QueenslandCouncil fees and discounts.