Abyssinian vs Border Collie Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. Border Collie: $420-$950/yr. That's a $40/yr gap in average costs. Here's where the money goes.
Abyssinian
$6,500-$16,500
lifetime vet costs (15 yrs)
moderate health risk
Lifetime Gap
$1,250
Border Collie costs less
Border Collie
$6,500-$14,000
lifetime vet costs (13 yrs)
low health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | Border Collie | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $685/yr | Border Collie |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $420-$950 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $320/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $280/yr | Border Collie |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $30-$55/mo | Border Collie |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $200-$450 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $6,500-$14,000 | Border Collie |
Abyssinian Health Risks
moderate risk · medium, 6-10 lbs · 15-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Renal amyloidosis (5-8%) $500-$5,000
- Progressive retinal atrophy (rdAc-PRA) (3-5%) $100-$400
- Dental disease (FORL) (30-40%) $300-$900
- Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PK-Def) (5-10%) $200-$2,000
Border Collie Health Risks
low risk · medium, 30-55 lbs · 13-year lifespan · 1-2 visits/year average
- Hip dysplasia (5-8%) $1,500-$6,000
- Collie eye anomaly (5-10%) $100-$400
- Epilepsy (3-5%) $500-$2,000
Breed-Specific Procedures
Abyssinian
- rdAc-PRA + PK-Def DNA test $80-$180
- Kidney function blood panel $100-$250
- Dental cleaning + X-rays $300-$800
- Wellness exam + vaccines $120-$270
Border Collie
- Eye exam (CERF/OFA) $50-$150
- Hip screening $200-$400
- Dental cleaning $300-$650
- Wellness exam + vaccines $150-$300
Insurance: Is It Worth It?
Abyssinian
$30-$65/mo ($360-$780/yr)
moderate risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
Border Collie
$30-$55/mo ($360-$660/yr)
low risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
Premiums from Nationwide, ASPCA, and Embrace. Accident + illness plans, $500 deductible, 80% reimbursement.