How Much Does it Cost to Own a Bordoodle?
There are many things to consider when evaluating whether a Bordoodle is the right dog for your family. One thing to consider is the ongoing expense to owning a Bordoodle. We love our Bordoodles and want their forever families to be as prepared as possible. Knowing what to expect financially when you adopt a Bordoodle into your family can help you determine if it's the right choice for your family.
Recurring Costs of Owning a Bordoodle
Food
Ordering dog food online can definitely reduce your dog food expense. Depending on the quality of food you purchase for your Bordoodle it can cost anywhere from $25-$60+ per 50lb bag. If you pay $40 for a 50lbs bag of food for your Bordoodle and feed him 3 cups of food per day, you can expect the bag to last just over a month (approximately 33 days worth of food). You can expect that $40 worth of food to be a monthly expense. Keep in mind that larger Bordoodles cost more to feed than smaller Bordoodles and will require more food based on their body weight, energy, and growth requirements.
Vet Visits
Your Bordoodle should see the vet at least once annually for a regular checkup. This annual check up will give your dog the chance to get any vaccinations needed, check blood work, check for heartworms, a fecal sample is usually given to test for intestinal worms and anything else your vet offers to keep your pet at his best. These types of appointments cost about $200 a visit on average. The first year will likely be a bit higher in cost as your puppy will need two trips to the vet for DHPP boosters, rabies immunizations and any other vaccines that havent been received, multiple parasite examinations, and wormer if the vet finds any parasites. Some vets do offer special prices for puppies that bundle these services together at a lower cost. But you can still expect to pay anywhere from $150-$375 depending on your location and which services you select.
Parasite Prevention
All dogs, Bordoodles included need to have a monthly preventative for heartworm. Depending on where you live, it may also be important to get your dog on a good flea and tick preventative. There are many different kinds to choose from, including topical forms as well as edible forms of flea and tick prevention. Sourcing these products online can save you a bit of money. But you can still expect to pay about $125 per year.
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance monthly premiums have a vast array of pricing. It can range from as low as $10 and can raise well into the $100’s. On average pet owners tend to pay $30-$50 on a monthly basis. Most pet insurances cover things like injury and illness, as well as accidents, medication, and diagnostic testing. Should your Bordoodle ever need it, this can be a wise investment. However, it's important to note that while each policy is different, pet insurance generally won't reimburse you for your regular annual health checks, vaccinations and heartworm medication, spaying/neutering, and dental care so for that reason you’ll want to budget for these expenses separately.
Grooming
Since Bordoodles can have varying amounts of shedding they will require regular grooming appointments to have their coats clipped. The frequency of grooming varies slightly depending on what coat type your dog inherits, but you can expect to groom your Bordoodle every 3-6 weeks on average. Coat type could delay clipping by a week give or take, but all Bordoodles will need regular clipping. Grooming is likely to be around $50-$80 every month to every two months going forward. However, you can reduce this cost by learning to do it yourself.
Supplies
There are many supplies you'll need for your new dog or puppy. Some of which will be purchased beforehand in preparation for your dog to come home, and some will be things you continue to purchase throughout the dog's life. Some examples with their expected annual expense would be;
Toys $25-$50
Bed $50-$200
Dog Crate/Kennel $40-$110
Leashes $15-$40
Collars $15-$40
Training
Training your Bordoodle is a MUST! Having an obedient dog is every family's dream. It also can protect your dog in critical moments, such as having the dog sit when the door is opened vs bolting into a busy street. Training costs can vary greatly depending on what method is used. If you purchase books or videos online and take the training into your own hands you can generally budget as low as $50-$300. Professional training is a good alternative to training the dog yourself. While it can be more costly, it has the added benefit of saving you from facing challenges when unexpected behavioral issues arise. Professional training generally costs anywhere from $1,500-$2,500. Our professional obedience training program is specifically designed for Bordoodle puppies and has proven to be a worthwhile investment for many of our new puppy parents!
Overall Expense
Ultimately the cost will be different for every family. The overall expense heavily depends on what you value the most and what you are willing to spend. There are plenty of ways to reduce the cost of owning a Bordoodle and still have the amazing benefits of having such a loving, bright companion by your side. This guide serves as a rough outline to help you develop your own budget for the long term expenses of owning a Bordoodle. Owning a Bordoodle costs approximately $2,000-$5,000 per year.