Taking care of a dog can be very expensive, and it’s not just vaccines and feeds. Dog food costs are just the tip of the iceberg. Imagine that just buying a dog can cost you a fortune. Depending on the breed, you will have to pay from $ 1000 for one of these puppies. Here is a list of the 14 most expensive dog breeds in the world. It should be borne in mind that prices may vary depending on where you live and what origin the dog has.
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The Saluki (Royal Egyptian breed) is one of the oldest dog breeds since the time of the pharaohs. Saluki was very popular with traders traveling along the Silk Road of China, as well as ancient hare and gazelle hunters. Saluki is considered one of the first domesticated dog breeds that still exist today in their pure form. Saluki is long, tall, thin dogs that are somewhat reminiscent of a Greyhound. A Saluki puppy will cost you approximately $ 2,500.
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Despite its impressive name, the Pharaoh Hound is not an Egyptian breed. Malta's national breed, the Pharaoh Hound truly resembles a Pharaoh, from its royal appearance to its athletic build and high intelligence. Plus, the breed has something that makes it unique: their noses and ears turn red with joy or admiration. The cost of a puppy for this expensive dog breed is approximately $ 6500.
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The Tibetan Mastiff is another ancient breed and one of the largest dogs in the world. The birthplace of the breed is Nepal and China. In ancient times, it was used to protect herds and dwellings from leopards and wolves. Do you dream of having one? A puppy will set you back around $ 7,000, but consider training costs as Tibetan Mastiffs can be stubborn and stubborn. Puppies from purebred parents in Nepal can be fabulous. In 2013, a rare red Tibetan Mastiff was sold in China for a whopping $ 1.9 million.