Rover Releases True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report for 2025, Highlighting Rising Costs for Pet Owners
Seattle, WA – March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Rover, the largest online pet care marketplace, has released its sixth annual True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report. The report explains pet care costs. It shows that owning a pet grows more expensive each year.
Rising Costs for Pet Parents
The study finds dog owners face a 7% increase in costs. Cat owners may see up to a 10% increase in 2025. The report states that a 10-year-old dog costs about $34,550 in lifetime care. A 16-year-old cat costs about $32,170. These numbers depend on breed, size, health, and pet lifespan.
Inflation drives costs higher. Tariffs add to this rise. Veterinary services now cost 11% more. Prices for pet cleaning supplies jump 183%. Grooming products cost 20% more. Treats and chews are 85% pricier.
Pet Owner Concerns
Many pet owners worry about these costs. Over a quarter (28%) worry about meeting their pets’ needs. Nearly half (52%) fear that tariffs will add extra strain. Yet, pet adoption continues. Last year, 20% adopted a new pet. Now, 33% plan to add a pet in the next year.
Adoption Costs Decline
Adoption prices drop even as pet care costs rise. In 2025, a dog adoption now falls between $1,150 and $4,420. A new cat costs between $750 and $2,715. This drop is 19% for dogs and 16% for cats compared to 2024. Lower adoption rates may influence this change.
Dr. Rebecca Greenstein, a member of Rover’s Pet People Panel and owner of Kleinburg Veterinary Hospital, stresses that planning finances is key. Budgeting and dedicated savings help pet parents manage long-term expenses.
Key Findings from the Report
The True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report shares more trends:
• Pet Spending: Pet food and treats fill most budgets. 69% say this is their biggest cost.
• Budget Adjustments: One in three (33%) cut other spending for pet care. A quarter (25%) change lifestyles to handle costs.
• Pet Products and Quality: 68% want pet products that match the quality they choose for themselves or their loved ones.
• Inclusion in Wills: About 21% of pet parents include pets in their wills. Another 40% plan to do so.
Geographic Variations in Pet Care Costs
The report shows cost differences by location. Cities like Parsons, KS and Evansville, IN are more affordable. Cities such as Manhattan, NY and San Francisco, CA are costlier for pet care.
Conclusion
Rover’s True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report is a guide for pet owners. It helps them see the money side of pet care. For more details, pet owners should read the full report. It also shows which cities cost the most and the least for pet care.
For more information, visit Rover's website at www.rover.com.
Media Contact:
Kristin Sandberg
Email: pr@rover.com
Phone: 360-510-6365
About Rover
Founded in 2011, Rover leads as the online marketplace for pet care. It connects pet owners with trusted providers for boarding, pet sitting, daycare, and training across the United States.
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