Abyssinian vs Irish Setter Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. Irish Setter: $480-$1,100/yr. That's a $65/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
$250
Irish Setter costs less
Irish Setter
$7,000-$15,500
lifetime vet costs (13 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | Irish Setter | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $790/yr | Abyssinian |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $480-$1,100 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $360/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $420/yr | Abyssinian |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $40-$75/mo | Abyssinian |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $200-$500 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $7,000-$15,500 | Irish Setter |
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
Irish Setter Health Risks
moderate risk · large, 60-70 lbs · 13-year lifespan · 1-2 visits/year
- Hip dysplasia (10-15%) $1,500-$6,000
- Epilepsy (5-8%) $300-$2,000
- Bloat (GDV) (3-5%) $3,000-$7,000
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
Irish Setter
- Hip OFA screening $250-$500
- Dental cleaning $300-$700
- 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.
Irish Setter
$40-$75/mo ($480-$900/yr)
moderate 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.