OWNING a dog over the course of its lifetime now costs as much as a new Mercedes, according to the latest figures.
The total bill for expenses such as vet's fees, food, kennels and other necessities adds up to an average of £22,000.
There is, however, a big difference between breeds - a small dog such as a Jack Russell terrier is estimated to cost up to £18,000, compared with £33,000 for a Great Dane.
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The total bill for expenses such as vet's fees, food, kennels and other necessities adds up to an average of £22,000.
There is, however, a big difference between breeds - a small dog such as a Jack Russell terrier is estimated to cost up to £18,000, compared with £33,000 for a Great Dane.
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