Havanese vs Whippet Cost Comparison 2026
Havanese costs $1,590/yr vs $1,420/yr for Whippet. Over a lifetime: $26,550 vs $20,510. Here's where the money goes.
Havanese
$26,550
lifetime (15 yrs)
Lifetime Difference
$6,040
Whippet costs less
Whippet
$20,510
lifetime (13 yrs)
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Havanese | Whippet | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $1,000–$2,500 | $800–$1,500 | Whippet |
| Annual Food | $240 | $360 | Havanese |
| Routine Vet Care | $430 | $420 | Whippet |
| Grooming | $360 | $40 | Whippet |
| Pet Insurance | $22–$48/mo | $22–$48/mo | Havanese |
| Supplies & Training | $240 | $280 | Havanese |
| Total Annual Cost | $1,590 | $1,420 | Whippet |
| Lifetime Cost | $26,550 | $20,510 | Whippet |
Havanese Cost Profile
- Size
- small
- Lifespan
- 15 years
- Purchase Price
- $1,000–$2,500
- Annual Cost
- $1,590/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $26,550
Whippet Cost Profile
- Size
- medium
- Lifespan
- 13 years
- Purchase Price
- $800–$1,500
- Annual Cost
- $1,420/yr
- Lifetime Total
- $20,510
Bottom Line
Annual costs are nearly identical — $170/yr difference. Your choice comes down to lifespan, grooming needs, and health risk, not ongoing budget impact.