Rover Releases True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report for 2025
SEATTLE, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Rover, the world’s largest online pet care marketplace, has released its sixth annual True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report. The report shows costs of owning pets and explains how inflation and tariffs push prices up. Rover connects pet owners with trusted care providers.
Rising Costs for Pet Parents
The report shows that pet parents in the United States face more expense. Dog owners pay up to 7% more this year. Cat owners spend about 10% more. On average, a 10-year dog costs around $35,000. A 16-year cat costs about $32,000. Breed, size, health, and lifespan all shape these costs.
Inflation and tariffs drive these increases. Pet parents pay about 11% more in vet fees. They also pay 183% more for cleaning supplies, 20% more for grooming, and 85% more for treats and chews in 2025. In the survey, 28% of pet parents worry about paying for pet needs. Also, 52% fear that tariffs will boost the prices even more.
Adoption Costs Decrease
Adoption fees are now lower than in 2024. A new dog costs between $1,150 and $4,420 today. A new cat costs between $750 and $2,715. Adoption fees for dogs dropped by 19%. Fees for cats dropped by 16%. These lower prices support shelter adoption for those who want a pet.
Insights from Pet Owners
Dr. Rebecca Greenstein from Kleinburg Veterinary Hospital is part of Rover’s Pet People Panel. She urges careful financial planning for pet care. She says, “Pet costs can seem high. Yet, a healthy dog or cat lives for a decade or more. Their love and care are priceless.” Dr. Greenstein suggests budgeting and preventive care to keep costs low.
Rover’s report shows that 20% of pet parents welcomed a new pet in 2024. Another 33% plan to add a pet next year. When asked about the start-up cost, 53% of dog owners felt their budgets fit the price.
Budgeting Strategies
Pet owners spend 69% of their budget on food and treats. Many adjust spending in other areas. 33% cut back on groceries or entertainment for pet needs. 25% change their lifestyle by choosing cheaper pet foods.
Rising costs make pet owners plan ahead. 21% have included their pets in their wills. 40% plan to do the same. Also, 44% want more tax breaks for pet care.
To face emergency costs, many pet parents save money and use subscription services for supplies. Over one-third (34%) see pet insurance as a smart way to cover vet bills.
Cost of Pet Care by Location
Where you live also matters. In places like Parsons, KS and Lawton, OK, pet care is cheaper. In Manhattan, NY and San Francisco, CA, pet care costs are high.
For more detailed insights and a full list of cities ranked by pet care cost, visit the Rover website.
About Rover
Founded in 2011 and based in Seattle, Rover links pet parents with trusted care providers. Rover offers services like dog boarding and in-home pet sitting. For more information, please visit www.rover.com.
Contact Information
Kristin Sandberg
Email: pr@rover.com
Phone: 360-510-6365
For a look at the visuals and data in the report, follow this link to the press release’s image here.
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