Non-Sporting Dog Breed Costs 2026: Bulldogs, Poodles, Dalmatians

The AKC's catch-all group. No common size, coat, or purpose. Costs vary as much as the breeds themselves. French Bulldogs and Bulldogs have the highest vet bills in this group due to breathing issues.

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Non-Sporting Dogs: Cost Overview

Avg Purchase

$2,064

Avg Annual

$2,092/yr

Avg Lifetime

$27,701

Breeds

7

Non-Sporting Dogs Ranked by Lifetime Cost

#1 Poodle Medium

$1,000–$3,000 $2,350/yr $36,000 lifetime

#2 Chow Chow Large

$1,000–$3,500 $2,600/yr $29,600 lifetime

#3 French Bulldog Small

$1,500–$5,500 $2,100/yr $28,000 lifetime

#4 Dalmatian Large

$600–$2,000 $2,020/yr $26,690 lifetime

#5 Bichon Frise Small

$700–$2,000 $1,710/yr $26,240 lifetime

#6 Bulldog Medium

$1,500–$4,000 $2,370/yr $25,580 lifetime

#7 Boston Terrier Small

$600–$2,000 $1,500/yr $21,800 lifetime

Annual Cost Breakdown

Breed	Food	Vet	Grooming	Insurance	Total
Poodle	$480	$500	$600	$420	$2,350
Chow Chow	$660	$600	$360	$560	$2,600
French Bulldog	$420	$700	$80	$600	$2,100
Dalmatian	$600	$500	$60	$440	$2,020
Bichon Frise	$260	$450	$420	$340	$1,710
Bulldog	$540	$750	$100	$660	$2,370
Boston Terrier	$300	$500	$50	$400	$1,500

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