Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Great Dane Vet Costs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel owners spend $550-$1,400/yr at the vet. Great Dane: $600-$1,500/yr. That's a $75/yr gap in average costs. Here's where the money goes.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
$8,000-$20,000
lifetime vet costs (11 yrs)
high health risk
Lifetime Gap
$2,750
Great Dane costs less
Great Dane
$6,500-$16,000
lifetime vet costs (8 yrs)
high health risk
Vet Cost Breakdown
| Category | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Great Dane | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Vet Cost (avg) | $975/yr | $1,050/yr | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
| Annual Range | $550-$1,400 | $600-$1,500 | - |
| Preventive Care | $300/yr | $425/yr | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
| Emergency Risk Budget | $600/yr | $650/yr | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
| Pet Insurance | $40-$80/mo | $50-$100/mo | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
| Spay/Neuter | $150-$350 | $300-$650 | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel |
| Lifetime Vet Cost | $8,000-$20,000 | $6,500-$16,000 | Great Dane |
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Health Risks
high risk · small, 12-18 lbs · 11-year lifespan · 3-4 visits/year average
- Mitral valve disease (MVD) (nearly 100%) $500-$5,000
- Syringomyelia (SM) (25-70%) $500-$8,000
- Patellar luxation (10-15%) $1,500-$4,000
- Ear infections (20-30%) $100-$300
- Eye conditions (dry eye, cataracts) (10-15%) $300-$2,000
Great Dane Health Risks
high risk · large, 110-175 lbs · 8-year lifespan · 3-4 visits/year average
- Bloat (GDV) (25-40%) $2,000-$7,500
- Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) (15-25%) $500-$5,000
- Hip dysplasia (12-15%) $2,000-$7,000
- Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) (5-10%) $5,000-$15,000
- Wobbler syndrome (3-5%) $3,000-$10,000
Breed-Specific Procedures
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
- Cardiac auscultation $50-$150
- Echocardiogram $300-$600
- MRI (if SM symptoms) $1,500-$3,000
- Dental cleaning $300-$700
- Eye exam $50-$150
Great Dane
- Bloat prevention (gastropexy) $400-$1,200
- Echocardiogram $300-$600
- Hip screening X-rays $200-$400
- Wellness exam + vaccines $175-$350
- Senior blood panel $175-$400
Insurance: Is It Worth It?
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
$40-$80/mo ($480-$960/yr)
high risk. Insurance is close to mandatory for this breed. One surgery can exceed years of premiums.
Great Dane
$50-$100/mo ($600-$1,200/yr)
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.