What’s the cost of owning a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in 2023?

The name along should be a clue, but the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is known for its association with the British royal family. And while the Corgi may have been the dog breed of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, this pup is still associated closely with the royal family as well.

It is because of that association that in some cases, these pups can cost a pretty penny. But how much does it cost to own a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in 2023?

In terms of actually bringing one home, A-Z Animals points out that a reputable breeder will have a price tag of $1800 to $3500 associated with these puppies, especially if they are of a notable lineage. And a show quality pup may even come in at around $4000.

If you happen to find a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel at a shelter or rescue, you may be paying anywhere from $150 to $600 for these pups. And a big reason for this is that while they are a hearty breed, they are also rare.

How much does it cost to own a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

In general, there are a lot of factors that go into how much your new pup may cost, and those are things to consider when picking out your puppy. Even an older dog will cost you more than you might expect because of how gentle, healthy, and rare these pups really are.

And speaking of healthy, when it comes to vet visits, your main expenses will come in their first year of life. Generally speaking, you may find yourself spending between $1400 and $3000 on veterinarian bills in that first year, but after that, you should only have to go to the vet once per year, which would run you between $100 and $300 depending on your veterinarian.

In terms of food, the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a smaller dog and therefore doesn’t eat as much as a larger pup would. This means that at the very low end, you are looking at $120 per year for food. However, since these pups don’t eat a lot, it is recommended that they get a better quality of dog food, which could see you spending around $600 per year. Of course, none of these costs take into account treats, which are an added expense we always want to consider for spoiling purposes.

Perhaps the other expense you may want to consider is grooming. While you can easily do this yourself at home, we do recommend at least taking your pup to get groomed a few times per year.