Rover Releases True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report for 2025
SEATTLE, March 18, 2025 — Rover has published its sixth annual report. This report, called the True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report, explains what it takes financially to care for pets. It uses real data from pet owners. The words connect closely to show how costs rise when you care for dogs and cats.
Rising Costs for Pet Parents
The report shows pet costs grow. Dog parents spend up to 7% more. Cat parents may pay up to 10% more. A 10-year-old dog costs about $35,000 in a lifetime. A 16-year-old cat costs around $32,000. These numbers depend on breed, size, health, and life span. Here, each fact links closely to the next: cats live longer than dogs.
Inflation and new tariffs push prices higher. In 2025, pet owners pay about 11% more for veterinary fees. They pay 183% more for cleaning supplies. Grooming products cost 20% more, and treats and chews cost 85% more. Twenty-eight percent of pet parents worry about paying for pet care. Fifty-two percent expect tariffs to drive costs up. Each of these facts stands near the next, making the meaning clear and open.
Cost of Adopting Pets Decreases
Even though care costs go up, starting pet care costs less now. In 2025, a new dog costs between $1,150 and $4,420. A new cat costs from $750 to $2,715. This drop shows a 19% decrease for dogs and a 16% drop for cats. Many shelters now include initial veterinary care in the adoption price. Each statement stays close to its dependent idea.
Dr. Rebecca Greenstein, a panelist for Rover and owner of Kleinburg Veterinary Hospital, said, "While the lifetime costs of a pet can be overwhelming, the love and companionship they offer is priceless. Being financially prepared, creating a budget, and focusing on preventive care can ease the burden of pet parenthood." Her words tie each idea closely to show a clear message.
Insights from Pet Parents
Rover surveyed 1,000 U.S.-based pet parents in February 2025. The report shows these trends:
- • 20% of pet parents added a new dog or cat in 2024.
- • 33% plan to adopt a pet within the next year.
- • 69% report that pet food and treats take up a large part of their budget.
- • 33% have cut expenses elsewhere so they can afford pet care.
- • Many pet parents feel insurance is a sound investment.
- • 31% set money aside for emergencies like vet visits.
Each bullet connects ideas closely, so each piece of information builds on the next.
Cost Variability by Location
The report shows that pet-related costs differ by where you live. The top ten most affordable cities for pet parents are:
- Parsons, KS
- Lawton, OK
- Anniston, AL
- Springfield, MO
- Tupelo, MS
- Evansville, IN
- Jonesboro, AR
- McAllen, TX
- Beckley, WV
- Dayton, OH
In contrast, the least affordable cities are:
- Manhattan, NY
- San Francisco, CA
- Greenwich, CT
- Seattle, WA
- Honolulu, HI
- Bethesda, MD
- Anchorage, AK
- Boston, MA
- Portland, ME
- Hoboken, NJ
Each list pairs places with every fact to help the reader see cost differences clearly.
Conclusion
The True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report stands as a useful guide for pet owners. It breaks down the rising costs in simple, connected segments. Pet parents can use this report to plan better and manage expenses. For the complete report and more details, visit Rover’s website.
About Rover
Founded in 2011 and based in Seattle, Rover helps pet owners find trusted pet care providers for boarding, pet sitting, and other services. To learn more, visit www.rover.com.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Kristin Sandberg
Email: pr@rover.com
Phone: 360-510-6365
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