Abyssinian vs Mastiff Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. Mastiff: $800-$2,200/yr. That's a $775/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
$3,500
Abyssinian costs less
Mastiff
$8,000-$22,000
lifetime vet costs (9 yrs)
very high health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | Mastiff | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $1,500/yr | Abyssinian |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $800-$2,200 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $650/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $1,000/yr | Abyssinian |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $90-$160/mo | Abyssinian |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $450-$1,000 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $8,000-$22,000 | Abyssinian |
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
Mastiff Health Risks
very high risk · giant, 120-230 lbs · 9-year lifespan · 2-4 visits/year
- Hip dysplasia (25-30%) $2,000-$8,000
- Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) (8-12%) $5,000-$20,000
- Bloat (GDV) (5-8%) $3,500-$9,000
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
Mastiff
- Hip OFA screening $300-$600
- Cardiac exam $200-$500
- Dental cleaning $450-$1,000
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.
Mastiff
$90-$160/mo ($1,080-$1,920/yr)
very high risk. Insurance is close to mandatory for this breed. One surgery can exceed years of premiums.
Premiums from Nationwide, ASPCA, and Embrace. Accident + illness plans, $500 deductible, 80% reimbursement.