How Much Does A Dog Cost in China
Honestly, I wouldn’t know as we don’t keep a dog and also don’t intend to do so as space is limited in Shanghainese apartments and the last thing I’ll ever consider is getting a dog smaller than a rat. So, no, no dog for me. But for China’s nouveaux riches the Tibetan Mastiff is apparently a status symbol worth paying more, as it’s a rare breed. More than 30,000 RMb for a puppy and grown males are valued up to 300,000 Rmb.
The Times has added a list for reference of dog prices in China (not sure how accurate they are so please fill in if you have ever bought a canine here in Shanghai)
China’s top dogs
Pekinese 500 yuan
Dachshund 1,000 yuan
Basset hound 3,000 yuan
White wire fox terrier 1,500 yuan
Pomeranian 800 yuan
Picture: Tibetan Mastiff Info
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Thursday, August 2nd, 2007 at 10:18 pm,
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August 3rd, 2007 03:12
Sounds about right, we’re budgeting about RMB 2000.
August 3rd, 2007 03:37
What kind of dog are you planning to buy?
August 6th, 2007 02:52
If I understand correctly you also need to pay some sort of fee for a dog license in China.
Personally I wouldn’t really consider having a dog here as my apartment is far too small and areas near my apartment don’t offer much for talking walks. I seriously considered it though while living in PuDong near Century Park. That area has quite a few areas for nice dog walks.
August 20th, 2007 09:11
500 for a pekinese is about right.
Me and my girlfriend bought ours for a bit more.
He’s known around the neighbourhood as “800 kuai Pepe.”
August 25th, 2007 03:13
I have a much more cost effective way for you - adopt fom SCAA! My pups was found on the street and a right mess - we got her fixed up (900rmb for the vacinations etc) and now she’s happy and healthy!
Caroline
December 1st, 2007 15:53
Just buy a dog there as you will have saved one from a life on the street and abuse.