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Cheapest Dog Breeds to Own in 2026
Most affordable dogs: low purchase price, low vet costs, and minimal grooming needs.
1
Chihuahua
Charming ยท Graceful ยท Sassy
Small
ยท
2-6 lbs
ยท
14-16 yrs
2
Toy Fox Terrier
Intelligent ยท Alert ยท Loyal
Small
ยท
3-7 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
3
Bolognese
Affectionate ยท Devoted ยท Docile
Small
ยท
9-14 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
4
Dachshund
Clever ยท Stubborn ยท Playful
Small
ยท
16-32 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
5
Petit Brabancon
Alert ยท Curious ยท Affectionate
Small
ยท
8-12 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
6
Danish-Swedish Farmdog
Lively ยท Friendly ยท Attentive
Small
ยท
15-25 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
7
Japanese Spitz
Playful ยท Loyal ยท Smart
Small
ยท
10-25 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
8
Japanese Chin
Elegant ยท Loyal ยท Cat-like
Small
ยท
7-11 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
9
Bichon Frise
Playful ยท Curious ยท Peppy
Small
ยท
12-18 lbs
ยท
14-15 yrs
10
Puggle
Sweet ยท Playful ยท Social
Small
ยท
15-30 lbs
ยท
10-15 yrs
11
Patterdale Terrier
Bold ยท Energetic ยท Confident
Small
ยท
11-13 lbs
ยท
11-14 yrs
12
Basenji
Independent ยท Smart ยท Poised
Small
ยท
22-24 lbs
ยท
13-14 yrs
13
Pug
Charming ยท Mischievous ยท Loving
Small
ยท
14-18 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
14
Border Terrier
Affectionate ยท Happy ยท Plucky
Small
ยท
11-16 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
15
Australian Kelpie
Energetic ยท Intelligent ยท Independent
Medium
ยท
25-46 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
16
Lhasa Apso
Confident ยท Smart ยท Comical
Small
ยท
12-18 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
17
Whippet
Calm ยท Affectionate ยท Playful
Medium
ยท
25-40 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
18
Xoloitzcuintli
Loyal ยท Calm ยท Alert
Medium
ยท
10-55 lbs
ยท
13-18 yrs
19
Norfolk Terrier
Fearless ยท Alert ยท Fun-loving
Small
ยท
11-12 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
20
Fox Terrier
Alert ยท Lively ยท Keen
Small
ยท
15-18 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
21
Papillon
Friendly ยท Alert ยท Happy
Small
ยท
5-10 lbs
ยท
14-16 yrs
22
Cairn Terrier
Alert ยท Cheerful ยท Busy
Small
ยท
13-14 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
23
West Highland White Terrier
Friendly ยท Happy ยท Entertaining
Small
ยท
15-20 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
24
Scottish Terrier
Confident ยท Independent ยท Spirited
Small
ยท
18-22 lbs
ยท
12 yrs
25
Silky Terrier
Alert ยท Friendly ยท Joyful
Small
ยท
8-10 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
26
Italian Greyhound
Playful ยท Alert ยท Sensitive
Small
ยท
7-14 lbs
ยท
14-15 yrs
27
Jack Russell Terrier
Alert ยท Inquisitive ยท Lively
Small
ยท
9-15 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
28
Welsh Terrier
Friendly ยท Spirited ยท Game
Small
ยท
20 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
29
Maltipoo
Affectionate ยท Lively ยท Smart
Small
ยท
5-20 lbs
ยท
10-15 yrs
30
Affenpinscher
Confident ยท Fearless ยท Funny
Small
ยท
7-10 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
31
Cockapoo
Friendly ยท Outgoing ยท Happy
Small
ยท
12-25 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
32
Beagle
Merry ยท Friendly ยท Curious
Small
ยท
20-30 lbs
ยท
10-15 yrs
33
Schipperke
Curious ยท Confident ยท Faithful
Small
ยท
10-16 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
34
Yorkshire Terrier
Spirited ยท Affectionate ยท Feisty
Small
ยท
4-7 lbs
ยท
11-15 yrs
35
Coton de Tulear
Charming ยท Happy ยท Playful
Small
ยท
8-15 lbs
ยท
15-19 yrs
36
Lowchen
Affectionate ยท Outgoing ยท Positive
Small
ยท
15 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
37
Shih Tzu
Affectionate ยท Happy ยท Outgoing
Small
ยท
9-16 lbs
ยท
10-18 yrs
38
Miniature Schnauzer
Friendly ยท Smart ยท Obedient
Small
ยท
11-20 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
39
Chinese Crested
Affectionate ยท Alert ยท Playful
Small
ยท
8-12 lbs
ยท
13-18 yrs
40
Miniature Pinscher
Fearless ยท Fun-loving ยท Proud
Small
ยท
8-10 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
41
Havanese
Outgoing ยท Funny ยท Intelligent
Small
ยท
7-13 lbs
ยท
14-16 yrs
42
Pomeranian
Lively ยท Bold ยท Inquisitive
Small
ยท
3-7 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
43
Boston Terrier
Friendly ยท Bright ยท Amusing
Small
ยท
12-25 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
44
Maltese
Gentle ยท Playful ยท Charming
Small
ยท
4-7 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
45
American Hairless Terrier
Curious ยท Alert ยท Playful
Small
ยท
12-16 lbs
ยท
14-16 yrs
46
Pekingese
Opinionated ยท Loyal ยท Affectionate
Small
ยท
7-14 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
47
Bluetick Coonhound
Friendly ยท Intelligent ยท Devoted
Large
ยท
45-80 lbs
ยท
11-12 yrs
48
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Bold ยท Affectionate ยท Smart
Small
ยท
25-30 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
49
Tibetan Terrier
Affectionate ยท Sensitive ยท Clever
Medium
ยท
20-24 lbs
ยท
15-16 yrs
50
Clumber Spaniel
Gentle ยท Loyal ยท Amusing
Medium
ยท
55-85 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
51
American Pit Bull Terrier
Loyal ยท Confident ยท Affectionate
Medium
ยท
30-65 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
52
Coonhound
Easygoing ยท Alert ยท Loyal
Large
ยท
45-65 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
53
Finnish Lapphund
Friendly ยท Alert ยท Agile
Medium
ยท
33-53 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
54
Ibizan Hound
Clownish ยท Family-oriented ยท Athletic
Large
ยท
45-50 lbs
ยท
11-14 yrs
55
Irish Terrier
Bold ยท Spirited ยท Tender
Medium
ยท
25-27 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
56
Redbone Coonhound
Easygoing ยท Mellow ยท Affectionate
Large
ยท
45-70 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
57
Labradoodle
Friendly ยท Intelligent ยท Sociable
Medium
ยท
30-65 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
58
Thai Ridgeback
Independent ยท Athletic ยท Alert
Medium
ยท
35-75 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
59
Kooikerhondje
Friendly ยท Alert ยท Lively
Small
ยท
20-30 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
60
Stabyhoun
Gentle ยท Patient ยท Willing
Medium
ยท
40-60 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
61
Pyrenean Shepherd
Lively ยท Brave ยท Devoted
Small
ยท
15-30 lbs
ยท
15-17 yrs
62
Swedish Vallhund
Friendly ยท Energetic ยท Watchful
Small
ยท
20-35 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
63
Skye Terrier
Courageous ยท Good-tempered ยท Loyal
Small
ยท
35-45 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
64
Pharaoh Hound
Friendly ยท Smart ยท Noble
Medium
ยท
45-55 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
65
Harrier
Friendly ยท Outgoing ยท Active
Medium
ยท
45-60 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
66
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Gentle ยท Spirited ยท Loyal
Small
ยท
32-40 lbs
ยท
10-15 yrs
67
Finnish Spitz
Friendly ยท Lively ยท Independent
Medium
ยท
20-33 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
68
Canaan Dog
Alert ยท Vigilant ยท Devoted
Medium
ยท
35-55 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
69
Miniature American Shepherd
Smart ยท Versatile ยท Loyal
Small
ยท
20-40 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
70
Wire Fox Terrier
Alert ยท Friendly ยท Independent
Small
ยท
15-18 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
71
Treeing Walker Coonhound
Smart ยท Brave ยท Sensible
Large
ยท
50-70 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
72
Sealyham Terrier
Outgoing ยท Calm ยท Adaptable
Small
ยท
23-24 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
73
Norwich Terrier
Affectionate ยท Alert ยท Curious
Small
ยท
12 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
74
Lakeland Terrier
Bold ยท Friendly ยท Confident
Small
ยท
17 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
75
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Independent ยท Determined ยท Affectionate
Small
ยท
18-24 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
76
Bedlington Terrier
Gentle ยท Loyal ยท Energetic
Small
ยท
17-23 lbs
ยท
11-16 yrs
77
American Eskimo Dog
Playful ยท Alert ยท Smart
Small
ยท
6-35 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
78
Cavapoo
Gentle ยท Affectionate ยท Playful
Small
ยท
9-25 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
79
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Loyal ยท Affectionate ยท Smart
Small
ยท
25-38 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
80
Sussex Spaniel
Friendly ยท Calm ยท Cheerful
Medium
ยท
35-45 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
81
Spanish Water Dog
Playful ยท Loyal ยท Hardworking
Medium
ยท
31-49 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
82
Cocker Spaniel
Gentle ยท Smart ยท Happy
Medium
ยท
20-30 lbs
ยท
10-14 yrs
83
Australian Shepherd
Smart ยท Work-oriented ยท Exuberant
Medium
ยท
40-65 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
84
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Brave ยท Affectionate ยท Loyal
Medium
ยท
24-38 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
85
Greyhound
Gentle ยท Noble ยท Independent
Large
ยท
60-70 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
86
Siberian Husky
Outgoing ยท Mischievous ยท Loyal
Medium
ยท
35-60 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
87
Rough Collie
Devoted ยท Graceful ยท Proud
Large
ยท
50-75 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
88
Norwegian Elkhound
Bold ยท Loyal ยท Playful
Medium
ยท
48-55 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
89
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Happy ยท Friendly ยท Devoted
Medium
ยท
30-45 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
90
Plott Hound
Bold ยท Loyal ยท Alert
Large
ยท
40-60 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
91
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Gentle ยท Affectionate ยท Graceful
Small
ยท
12-18 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
92
English Springer Spaniel
Friendly ยท Playful ยท Obedient
Medium
ยท
40-50 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
93
Australian Cattle Dog
Alert ยท Curious ยท Loyal
Medium
ยท
35-50 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
94
Keeshond
Friendly ยท Lively ยท Outgoing
Medium
ยท
35-45 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
95
Border Collie
Energetic ยท Smart ยท Tenacious
Medium
ยท
30-55 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
96
Basset Hound
Patient ยท Low-key ยท Charming
Medium
ยท
40-65 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
97
Saluki
Gentle ยท Dignified ยท Independent
Large
ยท
40-65 lbs
ยท
10-17 yrs
98
French Bulldog
Playful ยท Adaptable ยท Alert
Small
ยท
16-28 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
99
Vizsla
Affectionate ยท Energetic ยท Gentle
Medium
ยท
44-60 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
100
Shetland Sheepdog
Playful ยท Energetic ยท Bright
Small
ยท
15-25 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
101
Brittany
Bright ยท Fun-loving ยท Upbeat
Medium
ยท
30-40 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
102
Shiba Inu
Alert ยท Attentive ยท Bold
Small
ยท
17-23 lbs
ยท
13-16 yrs
103
German Shorthaired Pointer
Friendly ยท Smart ยท Willing
Large
ยท
45-70 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
104
Weimaraner
Friendly ยท Fearless ยท Obedient
Large
ยท
55-90 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
105
Dalmatian
Dignified ยท Smart ยท Outgoing
Large
ยท
45-70 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
106
Kerry Blue Terrier
Smart ยท Alert ยท People-oriented
Medium
ยท
33-40 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
107
Irish Setter
Outgoing ยท Sweet ยท Active
Large
ยท
60-70 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
108
American Staffordshire Terrier
Confident ยท Smart ยท Good-natured
Medium
ยท
40-70 lbs
ยท
12-16 yrs
109
Bull Terrier
Playful ยท Charming ยท Mischievous
Medium
ยท
50-70 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
110
Portuguese Water Dog
Affectionate ยท Athletic ยท Adventurous
Medium
ยท
35-60 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
111
Lagotto Romagnolo
Keen ยท Loving ยท Undemanding
Medium
ยท
24-35 lbs
ยท
15-17 yrs
112
Norwegian Buhund
Agile ยท Alert ยท Cheerful
Medium
ยท
26-40 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
113
Boxer
Fun-loving ยท Active ยท Loyal
Large
ยท
50-80 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
114
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Friendly ยท Devoted ยท Trainable
Medium
ยท
50-70 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
115
Spinone Italiano
Sociable ยท Docile ยท Patient
Large
ยท
56-77 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
116
White Swiss Shepherd
Alert ยท Loyal ยท Gentle
Large
ยท
55-88 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
117
Bulldog
Calm ยท Courageous ยท Friendly
Medium
ยท
40-50 lbs
ยท
8-10 yrs
118
Poodle (Standard)
Intelligent ยท Active ยท Elegant
Medium
ยท
40-70 lbs
ยท
10-18 yrs
119
Dutch Shepherd
Loyal ยท Athletic ยท Alert
Medium
ยท
42-75 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
120
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Intelligent ยท Outgoing ยท Affectionate
Medium
ยท
35-50 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
121
Labrador Retriever
Outgoing ยท Active ยท Gentle
Large
ยท
55-80 lbs
ยท
10-14 yrs
122
Elo
Friendly ยท Family-oriented ยท Balanced
Medium
ยท
25-75 lbs
ยท
13-15 yrs
123
Golden Retriever
Friendly ยท Intelligent ยท Devoted
Large
ยท
55-75 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
124
Shar-Pei
Loyal ยท Independent ยท Calm
Medium
ยท
45-60 lbs
ยท
8-12 yrs
125
English Setter
Gentle ยท Merry ยท Willful
Large
ยท
45-80 lbs
ยท
12 yrs
126
Gordon Setter
Bold ยท Confident ยท Loyal
Large
ยท
45-80 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
127
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Loyal ยท Smart ยท Enthusiastic
Medium
ยท
40-65 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
128
Flat-Coated Retriever
Cheerful ยท Optimistic ยท Active
Large
ยท
60-70 lbs
ยท
8-10 yrs
129
Curly-Coated Retriever
Confident ยท Proud ยท Wickedly Smart
Large
ยท
60-95 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
130
Chow Chow
Dignified ยท Bright ยท Serious
Medium
ยท
45-70 lbs
ยท
8-12 yrs
131
Airedale Terrier
Courageous ยท Clever ยท Friendly
Medium
ยท
50-70 lbs
ยท
11-14 yrs
132
Irish Water Spaniel
Playful ยท Brave ยท Hardworking
Large
ยท
45-68 lbs
ยท
12-13 yrs
133
Otterhound
Amiable ยท Boisterous ยท Even-tempered
Large
ยท
80-115 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
134
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Affectionate ยท Bright ยท Sensitive
Large
ยท
55-80 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
135
Borzoi
Elegant ยท Quiet ยท Athletic
Large
ยท
60-105 lbs
ยท
9-14 yrs
136
Appenzeller Sennenhund
Lively ยท Reliable ยท Fearless
Medium
ยท
48-70 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
137
Bullmastiff
Brave ยท Affectionate ยท Loyal
Large
ยท
100-130 lbs
ยท
7-9 yrs
138
Kuvasz
Loyal ยท Patient ยท Independent
Large
ยท
70-115 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
139
Rottweiler
Loyal ยท Confident ยท Protective
Large
ยท
80-135 lbs
ยท
9-10 yrs
140
Doberman Pinscher
Loyal ยท Fearless ยท Alert
Large
ยท
60-100 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
141
Belgian Sheepdog
Versatile ยท Bright ยท Watchful
Large
ยท
45-75 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
142
Kangal Shepherd
Calm ยท Powerful ยท Independent
Large
ยท
90-145 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
143
Dogo Argentino
Loyal ยท Courageous ยท Athletic
Large
ยท
80-100 lbs
ยท
10-15 yrs
144
Old English Sheepdog
Adaptable ยท Gentle ยท Smart
Large
ยท
60-100 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
145
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Faithful ยท Alert ยท Even-tempered
Large
ยท
85-140 lbs
ยท
8-11 yrs
146
Scottish Deerhound
Gentle ยท Dignified ยท Polite
Large
ยท
75-110 lbs
ยท
8-11 yrs
147
Bouvier des Flandres
Affectionate ยท Courageous ยท Strong-willed
Large
ยท
70-110 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
148
Komondor
Loyal ยท Independent ยท Brave
Large
ยท
80-100 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
149
Briard
Loyal ยท Confident ยท Smart
Large
ยท
55-100 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
150
German Shepherd
Loyal ยท Confident ยท Courageous
Large
ยท
50-90 lbs
ยท
9-13 yrs
151
Eurasier
Calm ยท Confident ยท Reserved
Medium
ยท
40-70 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
152
Samoyed
Adaptable ยท Friendly ยท Gentle
Medium
ยท
35-65 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
153
Belgian Malinois
Confident ยท Smart ยท Hardworking
Large
ยท
40-80 lbs
ยท
14-16 yrs
154
Akita
Courageous ยท Dignified ยท Loyal
Large
ยท
70-130 lbs
ยท
10-13 yrs
155
Belgian Tervuren
Courageous ยท Alert ยท Devoted
Large
ยท
45-75 lbs
ยท
12-14 yrs
156
Great Pyrenees
Patient ยท Calm ยท Strong-willed
Large
ยท
85-115 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
157
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Dignified ยท Affectionate ยท Even-tempered
Large
ยท
70-85 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
158
Cane Corso
Intelligent ยท Loyal ยท Protective
Large
ยท
88-110 lbs
ยท
9-12 yrs
159
Giant Schnauzer
Loyal ยท Alert ยท Trainable
Large
ยท
55-85 lbs
ยท
12-15 yrs
160
Bloodhound
Friendly ยท Independent ยท Inquisitive
Large
ยท
80-110 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
161
Afghan Hound
Dignified ยท Aloof ยท Independent
Large
ยท
50-60 lbs
ยท
12-18 yrs
162
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Faithful ยท Dependable ยท Family-oriented
Large
ยท
85-140 lbs
ยท
8-11 yrs
163
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Loyal ยท Independent ยท Reserved
Large
ยท
80-150 lbs
ยท
11-13 yrs
164
Black Russian Terrier
Intelligent ยท Calm ยท Powerful
Large
ยท
80-130 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
165
Bernese Mountain Dog
Good-natured ยท Calm ยท Strong
Large
ยท
70-115 lbs
ยท
7-10 yrs
166
Alaskan Malamute
Affectionate ยท Loyal ยท Playful
Large
ยท
75-100 lbs
ยท
10-14 yrs
167
Saint Bernard
Playful ยท Charming ยท Inquisitive
Large
ยท
120-180 lbs
ยท
8-10 yrs
168
Mastiff
Courageous ยท Dignified ยท Good-natured
Large
ยท
120-230 lbs
ยท
6-10 yrs
169
Newfoundland
Sweet ยท Patient ยท Devoted
Large
ยท
100-150 lbs
ยท
9-10 yrs
170
Irish Wolfhound
Courageous ยท Dignified ยท Calm
Large
ยท
105-120 lbs
ยท
6-8 yrs
171
Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Fearless ยท Bold ยท Devoted
Large
ยท
99-170 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
172
Leonberger
Friendly ยท Gentle ยท Playful
Large
ยท
90-170 lbs
ยท
9-12 yrs
173
English Mastiff
Dignified ยท Good-natured ยท Courageous
Large
ยท
120-230 lbs
ยท
6-10 yrs
174
Great Dane
Friendly ยท Patient ยท Dependable
Large
ยท
110-175 lbs
ยท
7-10 yrs
175
Tibetan Mastiff
Independent ยท Reserved ยท Protective
Large
ยท
70-150 lbs
ยท
10-12 yrs
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