Havanese vs Shetland Sheepdog Cost Comparison 2026
Havanese costs $1,590/yr vs $1,650/yr for Shetland Sheepdog. Over a lifetime: $26,550 vs $23,850. Here's where the money goes.
Havanese
$26,550
lifetime (15 yrs)
Lifetime Difference
$2,700
Shetland Sheepdog costs less
Shetland Sheepdog
$23,850
lifetime (13 yrs)
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Havanese | Shetland Sheepdog | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $1,000–$2,500 | $800–$2,000 | Shetland Sheepdog |
| Annual Food | $240 | $320 | Havanese |
| Routine Vet Care | $430 | $450 | Havanese |
| Grooming | $360 | $240 | Shetland Sheepdog |
| Pet Insurance | $22–$48/mo | $25–$52/mo | Havanese |
| Supplies & Training | $240 | $280 | Havanese |
| Total Annual Cost | $1,590 | $1,650 | Havanese |
| Lifetime Cost | $26,550 | $23,850 | Shetland Sheepdog |
Havanese Cost Profile
- Size
- small
- Lifespan
- 15 years
- Purchase Price
- $1,000–$2,500
- Annual Cost
- $1,590/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $26,550
Shetland Sheepdog Cost Profile
- Size
- small
- Lifespan
- 13 years
- Purchase Price
- $800–$2,000
- Annual Cost
- $1,650/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $23,850
Bottom Line
Annual costs are nearly identical — $60/yr difference. Your choice comes down to lifespan, grooming needs, and health risk, not ongoing budget impact.