Alaskan Malamute vs Great Pyrenees Cost Comparison 2026
Alaskan Malamute costs $2,670/yr vs $2,850/yr for Great Pyrenees. Over a lifetime: $32,770 vs $31,650. Here's where the money goes.
Alaskan Malamute
$32,770
lifetime (11 yrs)
Lifetime Difference
$1,120
Great Pyrenees costs less
Great Pyrenees
$31,650
lifetime (10 yrs)
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Alaskan Malamute | Great Pyrenees | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $1,000–$3,000 | $800–$2,500 | Great Pyrenees |
| Annual Food | $840 | $960 | Alaskan Malamute |
| Routine Vet Care | $600 | $650 | Alaskan Malamute |
| Grooming | $180 | $180 | Alaskan Malamute |
| Pet Insurance | $38–$72/mo | $42–$85/mo | Alaskan Malamute |
| Supplies & Training | $510 | $480 | Great Pyrenees |
| Total Annual Cost | $2,670 | $2,850 | Alaskan Malamute |
| Lifetime Cost | $32,770 | $31,650 | Great Pyrenees |
Alaskan Malamute Cost Profile
- Size
- giant
- Lifespan
- 11 years
- Purchase Price
- $1,000–$3,000
- Annual Cost
- $2,670/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $32,770
Great Pyrenees Cost Profile
- Size
- giant
- Lifespan
- 10 years
- Purchase Price
- $800–$2,500
- Annual Cost
- $2,850/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $31,650
Bottom Line
Annual costs are nearly identical — $180/yr difference. Your choice comes down to lifespan, grooming needs, and health risk, not ongoing budget impact.