Abyssinian vs Shiba Inu Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. Shiba Inu: $380-$880/yr. That's a $95/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
$2,350
Shiba Inu costs less
Shiba Inu
$5,800-$12,500
lifetime vet costs (13 yrs)
low-moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | Shiba Inu | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $630/yr | Shiba Inu |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $380-$880 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $300/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $250/yr | Shiba Inu |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $28-$52/mo | Shiba Inu |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $175-$400 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $5,800-$12,500 | Shiba Inu |
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
Shiba Inu Health Risks
low-moderate risk · small, 17-23 lbs · 13-year lifespan · 1-2 visits/year average
- Allergies (15-20%) $200-$1,200
- Glaucoma (3-5%) $500-$2,500
- Patellar luxation (5-8%) $1,500-$4,000
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
Shiba Inu
- Eye pressure check $40-$80
- Dental cleaning $250-$600
- Wellness exam + vaccines $130-$280
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.
Shiba Inu
$28-$52/mo ($336-$624/yr)
low-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.