There are several reasons behind Chow Chow being one of the most expensive breeds of dogs, costing you up to $10,000. Small in appearance with a weight of about 70 lbs and a fascinating goofy smile in a teddy bear-like appearance, this is one of the oldest and rarest breeds originating in China.
Worth nearly half a billion dollars, the German Shepherd named Gunther VI is selling his Miami estate that was once owned by Madonna for $31.75 million.
Chihuahuas are the cheapest dog breed because of how affordable it is to take care of them. ... Our research shows that the top 10 cheapest dogs are as follows:
The world's richest pet, a German shepherd known as Gunther VI, is owned by the Gunther Corporation who also manage the dog's estate and fortune and through real estate investments have rocketed Gunther's grandfather's inherited fortune from a mere £59 million in 1992 to the £370 million reported today.
Afghan Hound – $7,000. The Afghan Hound comes from the mountains of Afghanistan and is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful dogs with their flowing coats and curly tails. They even require daily hair brushing because their long silky coats become tangled very easily.
The high price of an Azawakh often stems from its bloodline. They make terrific show dogs and are also very rare. Azawakhs hail from Western Africa where they hunt gazelle, running as long and as fast as they can.
The Ibizan Hound's steep $2,000 to $2,500 purchase price makes it one of the most expensive dogs to own. This breed has a life span of up to 16 years and both of its coat types — smooth and wire — are easy to groom, costing an average of $40.
Most experienced shelter workers will tell you that black dogs are often adopted less than any other coat color. Be it black Labrador Retrievers, Shepherds, Rottweilers, etc., they are often passed over by potential adopters. This discrepancy in adoptions is referred to as “Black Dog Syndrome.”
Chow Chow. We'll start with the most famous lion-dog of all: the Chow Chow. An ancient breed from China, it's easy to see why this fluffy fellow tops the list of dogs that look like lions. Chows thick fur and small, rounded ears give them a distinctly leonine appearance.
Saluki. One of the oldest breeds in the world, the Saluki was a hunting hound to royalty for thousands of years. A visual record of the breed in tomb paintings and sculptures dates back to 2100 BC. They served as honored companions to Egyptian nobility and were even mummified like the pharaohs.
