Budget friendly dog breeds - Price of Indian Spitz and Pomeranian
Dogs are man’s best friends. They are our little bundle of joy that can add a lot of meaning to our otherwise routine lives. And yet we know having a loving pet is one of the many things we want in our lives.
We understand the hustle of having everything in life that you desire, which is why we have put together a short list of budget-friendly dogs that you can aspire to have.
Don't go by the price
There is no dog breed that is low in cost in general; some breeds are smaller in size and naturally eat less and then there are some breeds that do not require a lot of grooming, which leads to reduced spending on grooming. All of these could mean marginal to a little bit more than marginal when it comes to money one can save. It all depends on where else the money maybe spent; i.e. the owner that has a breed that requires little grooming might spend a lot on food – organic, ordered-in and of course, toys, etc. You get the point.
Selecting a breed of dog in general should not be a matter of affordability. It should be a matter of lifestyle, one’s experience levels, and the needs of the self and family.
Nevertheless, since we received a couple of emails asking us if we can touch on this subject a little, we are publishing a series of posts sharing some of our thoughts.
Please keep in mind again that it should not come down to how expensive the dog is when you decide on a breed. Also, please always consider adopting a dog – there are so many dogs in shelters that look for a home. By publishing articles on how much a dog costs from what we hear, we are in no way recommending you buy a dog rather than adopt one.
So here is our first take on some of the breeds that we have been hearing has an initial cost of less than 10K INR.
Indian Spitz
Indian Spitz is one of the lowest costing dog breeds you can get in India. The reason it is one of the cheapest dog breeds is that these are bred in India - sounds logical, given the name of the breed.
Price range : INR 4,000 - INR 10,000
Depending on the age and size of the dog, the amount you need to pay may vary. Usually, you can get a pup in around 4k, whereas a grown dog can be on the higher side of up to 10k.
Special facts:
- These dogs have higher life expectancies and can live up to 10-12 years. Now, that's wonderful if you are looking for a long companion. Dog years, it's as long as 70-80 years, which is around the average life expectancy of people living in India.
- They do well as apartment dogs. It is because this is a highly intelligent species, which is adaptable and can learn to live in a small house.
- The fur of Indian spitz is one of its quality features. But that fur doesn’t maintain on its own. This breed also sheds a lot, so will need to regularly brush and groom them.
Pomeranian
Poms are the smallest of the Spitz breeds. They have a foxy-looking face and are among the most popular dog breeds in India.
Price range : INR 4,000 - INR 10,000
When you are looking to adopt a Pom, it will not burn a hole in your pocket. These are the most affordable dog breeds in India, which also explains their popularity.
Special facts:
- This breed was in fact introduced by British royals in India. Although it's in the lower budget category it has been a popular breed among the finest minds of our planet - Mozart, and Sir Issac Newton to name a few.
- They are very loyal to their owners but can be overprotective. They are also harder to get along with young children but get along better with older children.
- These are small to breed dogs. But they need a medium amount of exercise, which should not be underestimated. Consider at least an hour of playtime that includes daily walks, playing around the house with toys, etc.
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