Abyssinian vs West Highland White Terrier Vet Costs
Abyssinian owners spend $400-$1,050/yr at the vet. West Highland White Terrier: $420-$1,000/yr. That's a $15/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
$750
West Highland White Terrier costs less
West Highland White Terrier
$6,500-$15,000
lifetime vet costs (14 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Abyssinian | West Highland White Terrier | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $725/yr | $710/yr | West Highland White Terrier |
| Annual Range | $400-$1,050 | $420-$1,000 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $300/yr | Abyssinian |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $420/yr | $380/yr | West Highland White Terrier |
| Pet Insurance | $30-$65/mo | $35-$70/mo | Abyssinian |
| Spay/Neuter | $160-$380 | $175-$400 | Abyssinian |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $6,500-$16,500 | $6,500-$15,000 | West Highland White Terrier |
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
West Highland White Terrier Health Risks
moderate risk · small, 15-22 lbs · 14-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year if allergic
- Atopic dermatitis (25-35%) $300-$2,000
- Craniomandibular osteopathy (CMO) (2-5%) $500-$2,000
- Pulmonary fibrosis (Westie lung) (Older dogs) $500-$3,000
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
West Highland White Terrier
- Allergy testing + Apoquel/Cytopoint $300-$1,500
- Dental cleaning $280-$650
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.
West Highland White Terrier
$35-$70/mo ($420-$840/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.