American Shorthair vs Great Pyrenees Vet Costs
American Shorthair owners spend $350-$900/yr at the vet. Great Pyrenees: $530-$1,300/yr. That's a $290/yr gap in average costs. Here's where the money goes.
American Shorthair
$5,500-$13,500
lifetime vet costs (15 yrs)
low health risk
Lifetime Gap
$2,250
American Shorthair costs less
Great Pyrenees
$7,500-$16,000
lifetime vet costs (10 yrs)
moderate health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | American Shorthair | Great Pyrenees | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $625/yr | $915/yr | American Shorthair |
| Annual Range | $350-$900 | $530-$1,300 | - |
| Preventive Care | $280/yr | $400/yr | American Shorthair |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $300/yr | $500/yr | American Shorthair |
| Pet Insurance | $25-$52/mo | $40-$78/mo | American Shorthair |
| Spay/Neuter | $150-$380 | $300-$700 | American Shorthair |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $5,500-$13,500 | $7,500-$16,000 | American Shorthair |
American Shorthair Health Risks
low risk · medium, 8-15 lbs · 15-year lifespan · 1-2 visits/year average
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) (10-12%) $500-$5,000
- Obesity (30-40%) $100-$500
- Dental disease (60%+) $250-$800
Great Pyrenees Health Risks
moderate risk · large, 85-115 lbs · 10-year lifespan · 2-3 visits/year average
- Hip dysplasia (10-15%) $1,500-$6,000
- Bloat/GDV (5-8%) $3,000-$8,000
- Bone cancer (osteosarcoma) (5-8%) $5,000-$20,000
Breed-Specific Procedures
American Shorthair
- Dental cleaning $250-$700
- Cardiac ultrasound $250-$450
- Wellness exam + vaccines $110-$260
Great Pyrenees
- Bloat prevention (gastropexy) $400-$1,200
- Hip screening X-rays $250-$450
- Dental cleaning $350-$700
- Wellness exam + vaccines $175-$350
Insurance: Is It Worth It?
American Shorthair
$25-$52/mo ($300-$624/yr)
low risk. Worth it if you get coverage before age 2, when premiums are lowest.
Great Pyrenees
$40-$78/mo ($480-$936/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.