Polish Lowland Sheepdog First Year Costs

Upfront Costs

Rare Breed Acquisition

• Puppy from health-tested breeder: $1,500–$2,500. Health testing includes OFA hips and CAER eye certification.
• Initial vet visit and vaccines: $150–$350
• Spay or neuter: $250–$500
• Crate (large): $70–$150
• Bowls, collar, harness, leash, ID tag: $70–$150
• Medium-breed puppy food (first months): $80–$160
• Puppy classes: $100–$200
• Grooming tools (pin brush, slicker, metal comb, dematting comb): $60–$120

Upfront total estimate: $2,280–$4,130

First Year Recurring

Grooming Costs Are the Main Ongoing Expense

• Food: $65–$100/month. Annual: $780–$1,200.
• Professional grooming (every 6–8 weeks): $60–$100/session, 6–8 sessions/year. Annual: $360–$800.
• Routine vet visits and vaccines: $250–$450
• Heartworm/parasite prevention: $100–$200/year
• Pet insurance: $35–$60/month. Annual: $420–$720.
• Toys and enrichment: $100–$200/year

First-year recurring total (with insurance): $2,010–$3,570

Total & Ongoing

Year One Total and Annual Budget

Total first-year estimate (with insurance): $4,290–$7,700

Annual ongoing costs after year one:

• Food: $780–$1,200
• Professional grooming: $360–$800
• Routine vet care: $200–$400
• Parasite prevention: $100–$200
• Pet insurance: $420–$800
• Miscellaneous: $100–$200

Estimated annual ongoing total: $1,960–$3,600

Choosing to maintain the coat in a shorter trim reduces annual professional grooming costs to $240–$480.