How much does an Azawakh cost per year?

After the first year, an Azawakh costs approximately $2,580 per year on average, covering food ($760), vet care ($605), grooming ($245), and insurance ($705).

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How Much Does an Azawakh Cost?

Q: Is an Azawakh expensive to own?

Azawakhs have a lifetime ownership cost of approximately $30,345 over 11 years. Annual running costs average $2,580/yr, putting them in the mid-range for annual ownership costs.

The Azawakh's typical 11-year lifespan and large size both factor into its long-term cost of ownership. Their short, low-maintenance coat keeps grooming costs to a minimum — mostly occasional brushing and bathing. Like most breeds, the biggest health-related costs come from preventive care and the occasional emergency vet trip. Most ongoing costs come down to quality food, preventive vet care, and everyday supplies.

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$4,545

First Year Total

inc. one-time setup

$2,580

Annual Ongoing

per year from year 2

$30,345

Lifetime Estimate

over 11 years

What these figures assume: US national average pricing, own home (no pet deposit), standard food, grooming at the breed's typical frequency, insurance and professional training included, no daycare, routine dental care only. See how this is calculated or change these assumptions.

First Year Costs (inc. setup)

Purchase / Adoption Fee

Varies by breeder vs rescue

$330

Initial Vet Visit & Vaccinations

Spay/neuter, microchip, health check

$555

Starter Supplies

Bed, crate, collar, bowls, toys

$765

Training Classes

Basic obedience recommended

$315

First Year Food

$760

First Year Vet Care

$605

First Year Grooming

$245

First Year Insurance

$705

Total$4,545

Annual Ongoing Costs (Year 2+)

Food

$760

Vet Care

$605

Grooming

$245

Pet Insurance

$705

Supplies & Toys

$190

Total$2,580

Budget for emergencies

We recommend keeping $3,000 in a dedicated emergency fund for unexpected vet bills.

What Azawakh costs actually look like

The Azawakh is a large-sized dog breed living an average of 11 years. Food is its largest running cost at $760 a year, or 29% of the annual total, close to the 31% typical of large dogs.

At $2,580 a year it is cheaper to keep than 100% of the 79 large dog breeds costed here. Across 11 years that compounds to about $30,345.

Annual cost alone is misleading over a lifetime. The Pomeranian is cheaper year to year at $2,310, but lives 16 years to the Azawakh's 11 — so it reaches $38,895 in total, $8,550 more. Longevity is a cost, not just a comfort.

These figures are US national averages — your actual costs will vary based on your city, lifestyle, and whether you use a breeder or rescue organisation. Use our calculator above to get a personalised estimate.

How to save on Azawakh costs

→Buy food in bulk. A large dog gets through about $760 of food a year, so unit price matters more here than for smaller breeds. Buying 15–20kg bags rather than supermarket sizes, and comparing brands on cost per kilo rather than per bag, typically cuts 20–30% — around $190 a year.
→Insure early, before anything is pre-existing. At $705 a year, insurance is one of the larger predictable costs — but Azawakhs insured as puppies see lower premiums and, more importantly, no pre-existing-condition exclusions. Every condition that appears before cover starts is excluded for life, which is why waiting is the expensive option.
→Use a wellness plan for routine care. Routine veterinary care runs about $605 a year for this breed — high enough that many practices' annual wellness plans, which bundle vaccinations, checks and parasite control, work out cheaper than paying per visit. Ask your practice for the itemised comparison before signing up.
→Adopt rather than buy. Rescue organisations typically charge $150–$400, against $330+ from a breeder — a difference of about $55. Adult dogs from shelters usually arrive vaccinated and desexed, which also removes part of the $555 initial vet bill.
→Build an emergency fund. We suggest $3,000 in a dedicated pet savings account for a large breed. A single emergency surgery runs $3,000–$8,000 without insurance, and four in five owners face an unexpected veterinary bill at some point.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an Azawakh cost?

An Azawakh typically costs $4,545 in the first year, including the purchase or adoption fee ($330), initial vet visits ($555), supplies ($765), and the first year of food, grooming, and insurance. Annual ongoing costs from year two are approximately $2,580/year.

How much does an Azawakh cost per month?

After the first year, an Azawakh costs approximately $215/month on average. This covers food ($63/month), vet care ($50/month), grooming ($20/month), and insurance ($59/month).

Is an Azawakh expensive to own?

Azawakhs cost approximately $2,580/year to maintain — in the mid-range for annual dog ownership costs. Over their 11-year lifespan, total costs come to around $30,345.

How much does an Azawakh puppy cost?

An Azawakh puppy from a reputable breeder typically costs $330. Rescue or shelter adoption fees are usually $150–$400 and often include initial vaccinations and desexing. Remember the purchase price is just one part of the first-year cost of $4,545.