This comparison is presented in an effort to inform prospective owners of the costs involved in owning a St. Bernard as a pet.  Bear in mind that I live in rural Ohio -- my costs are much lower than someone who lives in an area where the over-all cost of living is higher.   My dogs eat a high-quality kibble, and the yearly price to feed them reflects this.  Also, since I deal with Rescued dogs, many of which are not spayed/neutered before the first year is up, I've included that information in the successive year information.  If you acquire a dog through Rescue, the spay/neuter is done before you take possession, and that cost would be included in the adoption fee.  However, some circumstances prevent our having it done (heartworm status, for example), so I felt the information should be included.

This discusses basic care only -- only cost to feed and the basics of veterinary care.  It does not include such things as initial purchase price of the dog, grooming supplies, bowls, leashes, obedience training costs, toys, or any of the little extras we all like to bestow upon our pets.

This table reflects cost PER DOG:

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