About CostlyPets
CostlyPets helps pet owners across the United States understand what pets really cost — before they buy, adopt, or book a vet visit.
We research and publish clear cost guides for dog and cat breeds, veterinary procedures, grooming, boarding, training, and everyday pet care, along with free pet cost calculators. Every guide shows typical price ranges, what affects the price, and how costs differ from state to state.
How We Research Our Costs
Our prices are researched averages gathered from breeders, veterinary clinics, groomers, boarding facilities, and published US price data. Because real prices vary by location and provider, we always show a range instead of a single number, and we update our guides regularly so the figures stay current.
Why We Built This Site
Most people find out the true cost of a pet after they already own one. CostlyPets exists so you can plan first — the purchase price, the first-year costs, and the yearly cost of food, vet care, grooming, and supplies, all in one place, free to use.