Some people perceive dog breeding not only as a kind of hobby, but also as one of the ways to make money. In order for your favorite business to bring considerable income, you need to properly approach its organization and choose the appropriate variety of dogs. In today's article we will tell you what the most expensive dog breeds look like and how much they cost.
Samoyed
The origin of these dogs is still unexplored. According to one of unconfirmed versions, they came from a white Arctic wolf. The first information about similar animals dates back to 1302. At that time, Samoyeds were called warriors and were used as sledding and hunting dogs. They arrived in Europe at the end of the 19th century thanks to a British citizen named Ernest Kilburn-Scott. Subsequently, he became the organizer of the first English Samoyed club.
These powerful flock animals grow to 53-69 cm, and weigh about 19-29.5 kg. Their compact proportional body is covered with a thick, moderately long coat of white, cream or fawn. Samoyeds are not adapted for life outside the home. They are endowed with a calm and independent disposition. These handsome men are difficult to train and are not used as watchmen. They are very affectionate in relation to the owners and hard to bear separation. Samoyeds practically do not smell like a dog and differ in fairly good health. Under favorable conditions and with proper care, they can live up to 17 years.
As for the cost, this is one of the most expensive dog breeds. The puppy’s price depends on several important factors, including the origin and presence of the champion’s title in the parental couple. Basically, it varies between 500-1500 dollars (28 900 - 86 700 rubles). The cost of an adult, socialized and fully adapted individual in some cases even exceeds the maximum indicated by us.
Tibetan mastiff
These mighty beauties have an ancient history. They appeared many centuries ago in the mountains of Tibet. Since then, they have become faithful companions of the monks and reliable guards of their property. They were brought to Europe only in the 19th century and quickly gained popularity with local breeders.
The Tibetan mastiff is a large and very powerful dog. Depending on gender, the height of an adult animal starts from 61-66 cm, and the weight can reach 60 kg. On a large, rounded head with a pronounced nape and a wide nose, there are dark oval eyes and triangular drooping ears. Under the strong body with a straight back and well-developed chest, strong relief limbs are located. The whole body of the dog is covered with thick hair of black, brown, gray, red or reddish-golden hue.
These animals are not too popular among our compatriots. They are considered the most expensive dog breed in Russia and the CIS countries. In 2009, one of these puppies was bought for 600 thousand dollars (34.6 million rubles). To the unrealistically high cost is added the complex character of these people from Tibet. Mastiff can not be wound up to a person who does not have experience growing large and ferocious dogs. These are quite wayward animals that require strict upbringing and early socialization.
Levhen
These beautiful miniature dogs are better known as Bichon Lyons. The growth of dwarf animals varies between 25-33 cm, and the weight does not exceed 6 kg. Levchen is a tiny dog with the appearance of a small lion. On a relatively flat head with a straight wide muzzle and a moderately pronounced stop, there are large round black eyes and low hanging ears. The harmonious, proportionately folded body is covered with long, silky, curly hair of fawn, black, white or spotty color. This is one of those breeds that need systematic visits to a dog hairdresser. The Bichon Lyons are cut almost completely, leaving a pretty brush on the tip of the elegantly curved tail and a beautiful mane on the neck.
Levchen is endowed with a gentle and playful character. He quickly becomes attached to his master and copes with the role of a companion. This miniature dog loves long active walks and needs constant contact with a person. Like representatives of other dwarf breeds, it is difficult to train. Therefore, those who want to get an obedient pet, need to bring him up from an early age. In addition, those who plan to purchase such an animal, need to be ready to pay for a puppy from 1000 to 8000 dollars (57 800 - 462 400 rubles).
Pharaoh's (Egyptian) dog
This is one of the oldest breeds that came to Malta thanks to the Phoenician merchants and quickly gained popularity among the local population. The pharaoh’s dog was used to hunt rabbits and other small animals. In 1930, they were first brought to England, and thirty-seven years later, to America.
These flexible and relatively powerful dogs have an athletic build. They grow to 55-63 cm at the withers, and weigh 18-27 kg. Their body is covered with short smooth hair of a red tint. Representatives of this breed are very attached to members of the owner's family and are wary of outsiders. They are smart enough and good at training. Pharaoh dogs subtly capture the feelings of people, so any family drama can provoke great stress in them.
These animals are prone to causeless barking and need early socialization. Due to the lack of undercoat and subcutaneous fat, they poorly tolerate wet and cold weather. Therefore, for autumn, spring and winter walks, they will need special clothes. On top of that, this is one of the most expensive dog breeds. The cost of a puppy varies from 1,000 to 3,000 dollars (57,800 - 173,400 rubles).
Pomeranian (dwarf) Spitz
This breed was bred at the end of the XIX century. It is considered the smallest variety of German Spitz and differs from it not only by dwarfism, but also by a more refined, aristocratic look. As a result of focused work, breeders managed to get a tiny doggie with a shortened muzzle and soft, fluffy wool.
Pomeranian Spitz is a small dog whose height varies between 18-22 cm. On the rounded skull there are beautiful dark eyes and small pointed ears. The shortened, tightly knocked down, harmonious body of the animal is covered with a thick, upright coat of cream, chocolate, white, black or red color.
These miniature creatures are characterized by a cheerful, cheerful disposition. They are very active, courageous and quick-witted. Pomeranian spitz dogs get along well with other pets and practically do not cause any trouble to their owners. Despite the dwarf size, they need long active walks and will never refuse to swim in the river or tinker with snowdrifts. Those who decide to have such a dog will have to pay for it from 500 to 3000 dollars (28 900 - 173 400 rubles).
Dogue de bordeaux
The birthplace of these powerful beauties is France. They were bred by crossing various dog-shaped dogs and quickly gained well-deserved popularity.
These large athletically built dogs grow up to 66-68 cm at the withers, and their mass cannot be less than 40-50 kg. The large short-faced head with symmetrical folds has drooping ears and far-set oval eyes, the color of which varies from walnut to almost black. Under the stocky body with a wide sternum there are strong straight limbs. The whole body of the dog is covered with short, thin, tight-fitting hair of red color. On the face must be a black or brown mask.
Dogue de Bordeaux, better known as the French mastiff, is deservedly considered one of the best dog breeds, ideally suited for the role of a family dog. Despite his formidable appearance, he is endowed with a calm, phlegmatic disposition. This highly intelligent dog has an excellent memory and is highly learningable. He quickly becomes attached to his owner and hard to endure the separation. Dogue de Bordeaux has well-developed protective qualities. Therefore, he can be aggressive towards outsiders.
Despite the fact that the French mastiff is considered one of the most expensive dog breeds, it is incredibly popular with those who are related to the world of cynology. The cost of a Bordeaux dog puppy is formed taking into account several factors and varies between 30-85 thousand rubles.
Chow chow
This is one of the oldest dog breeds, the DNA study of which showed that it appeared in a separate population of wolves formed on the Sino-Mongolian border. The local population used these dogs for hunting and housing protection. The purity of the Chow Chow lines was preserved only thanks to the efforts of Buddhist monks engaged in their breeding and leading tribal books. In Europe, they began to cultivate in 1830. Today, Chow Chow is considered one of the best dog breeds suitable for the role of companion.
These dogs cannot boast large sizes. The height of the adult animal is 46-56 cm. The main distinguishing feature of the Chow Chow is the blue-black tongue and the same lips. On a wide, flat head with an almost imperceptible transition from the forehead to the muzzle, there are small thick ears with slightly rounded ends. A typical representative of this breed has a voluminous, but not short neck, a straight strong back, a powerful lower back and a wide chest. The whole body of these dogs is covered with short or long hair of white, red, cream, blue, black or red color.
Chow Chow is one of the most expensive dog breeds. The cost of a puppy with a pedigree confirming its origin starts from 50-60 thousand rubles. Despite the high price, they are popular with domestic dog breeders. Such a demand is explained not only by a pretty appearance, but also by the beautiful nature of these animals. They are very attentive, loyal and able to quickly adapt to changing conditions. With the right upbringing, excellent guards grow out of them, not letting anyone into the territory entrusted to them.
English bulldog
The history of one of the most expensive dog breeds in the world is rooted in the distant past. They were bred in the UK and used to hunt bulls and hunt wild boars. When these cruel amusements fell under an official ban, the English bulldogs turned into companions of aristocratic nobility.
These dense, short-legged animals grow up to 31-40 cm at the withers and weigh no more than 22-25 kg. The main feature of these dogs is a large, wide muzzle, short massive legs and a small tail.
Despite the fact that the English bulldog is recognized as one of the most expensive dog breeds in the world, many connoisseurs of these animals do not regret to give from 500 to 1000 dollars for a puppy (28 900 - 57 800 rubles). The reason for this popularity is a calm, decisive and courageous character. These dogs are a little lazy and will not refuse to spend the whole day on the couch. They get along well with children, but they will always find an opportunity to dodge active games.
Thai ridgeback
This dog is considered the national symbol of Thailand. His ancestors are considered semi-wild hybrid dogs and dingoes. Initially, the formation of the breed occurred without human intervention. Despite the fact that the age of this animal is estimated at three centuries, they were officially recognized only in 1989.
Thai ridgeback is a fairly large dog. Its height reaches 51-61 cm, and the mass varies between 28-32 kg. On a wide flat-faced skull there are expressive dark eyes and triangular ears, slightly inclined forward. A well-developed muscular body with a flat back, deep chest and prominent ribs is covered with standard or velor hair with a dominant black, walnut, blue or red color.
These dogs are endowed with a lively, independent character. In certain situations, they are very clean, which makes them ideal for maintenance in urban apartments. Ridges are indifferent to outsiders, but are strongly attached to their masters and do not tolerate prolonged loneliness. They are easy to learn, but not suitable for the role of the first pet for a novice dog breeder. Those who still decided to buy such a puppy need to be ready to give 800-2500 euros (56 700 - 177 200 rubles) for him. Such a high price is due to the rarity and prestige of the breed.
Affinpincher
This is one of the most expensive breeds of small dogs. They were bred in medieval Germany specifically for catching rodents. Despite the long history, the affinpincher received official recognition only in 1936. The main population of these dwarf animals is concentrated in Austria, Germany and the United States.
Affenpinchers are assigned to a room-decorative group. The height of an adult doggie is 25-38 cm, and the weight does not exceed 6 kg. On a proportional rounded head with a convex forehead, a slightly flattened muzzle and characteristic eyebrows, there are large shiny eyes and pointed erect ears. The miniature square body of the dog with a flat deep chest and a short straight back is covered with stiff, tight-fitting hair of a red, fawn, gray or black color. In addition, the standard allows different combinations of the above colors.
Affenpincher is endowed with an active, unbridled temperament. Quite often, his fun can border on mischief and disobedience. At the same time, this funny miniature dog is very attached to its owner and, despite its parameters, is always ready to defend it. At any opportunity, he would not mind engaging in a battle with an adversary whose dimensions significantly exceed his own dimensions. He is incredibly mobile at home and on a walk. It will make a great partner for active games. Plus, this baby is relatively good at training and quickly remembers new teams.
Those who decide to buy such a dog, need to prepare to give him a tidy sum. A standard affenpincher puppy costs between $ 1,200 and $ 4,000 (69,300 - 231,200 rubles). Moreover, in a specialized nursery the price will be higher than that of unprofessional breeders. Despite the large difference in the requested amount, it is better to purchase an animal in a proven place. So you will be sure that you bought exactly the one you wanted and that six months later a huge shaggy dog that does not resemble an affinpincher will grow out of a tiny lump.