Boston Terrier vs Havanese Cost Comparison 2026
Boston Terrier costs $1,500/yr vs $1,590/yr for Havanese. Over a lifetime: $21,800 vs $26,550. Here's where the money goes.
Boston Terrier
$21,800
lifetime (13 yrs)
Lifetime Difference
$4,750
Boston Terrier costs less
Havanese
$26,550
lifetime (15 yrs)
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Boston Terrier | Havanese | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $600–$2,000 | $1,000–$2,500 | Boston Terrier |
| Annual Food | $300 | $240 | Havanese |
| Routine Vet Care | $500 | $430 | Havanese |
| Grooming | $50 | $360 | Boston Terrier |
| Pet Insurance | $28–$55/mo | $22–$48/mo | Havanese |
| Supplies & Training | $250 | $240 | Havanese |
| Total Annual Cost | $1,500 | $1,590 | Boston Terrier |
| Lifetime Cost | $21,800 | $26,550 | Boston Terrier |
Boston Terrier Cost Profile
- Size
- small
- Lifespan
- 13 years
- Purchase Price
- $600–$2,000
- Annual Cost
- $1,500/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $21,800
Havanese Cost Profile
- Size
- small
- Lifespan
- 15 years
- Purchase Price
- $1,000–$2,500
- Annual Cost
- $1,590/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $26,550
Bottom Line
Annual costs are nearly identical — $90/yr difference. Your choice comes down to lifespan, grooming needs, and health risk, not ongoing budget impact.