Rover Reveals True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report for 2025
SEATTLE, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rover, the world’s largest online marketplace for pet care, has released its sixth annual "True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report." This report shows pet owners how money and care connect. It uses data from 1,000 pet owners in the United States. The numbers tell us that expenses for pet care rise. They also show that pet parents worry about costs in a tough economy.
Rising Costs of Pet Parenthood
Pet owners now face more expenses. Dog care costs rise by about 7%. Cat care costs go up by nearly 10%. A 10-year-old dog may cost around $34,550 in its lifetime. A 16-year-old cat can cost about $32,170. These numbers change with breed, size, health, and a pet’s lifespan.
Inflation and new tariffs push costs higher in 2025. Veterinary fees jump 11%. Cleaning supplies leap by 183%. Grooming supplies there is a 20% rise, and treats and chews jump by 85%. Almost half of pet owners (52%) worry that tariffs will add more pressure on their budgets.
Pet Adoption Costs Decrease
Adoption costs drop compared to 2024. Bringing a new dog home now costs between $1,150 and $4,420. For a cat, the cost ranges from $750 to $2,715. Adoption fees for dogs drop by 19% and for cats by 16%, which makes shelter adoption kinder on the budget.
Financial Awareness Among Pet Parents
More pet owners feel the weight of financial choices. Twenty-eight percent worry about affording pet needs. Forty-eight percent fear rising costs over a pet’s lifetime. Sixty-nine percent spend most of their money on food and treats for their pets.
Many adjust their spending. One third cut costs in groceries and entertainment. Thirty-four percent would change pet spending only as a last resort if money got tight.
Preparing for the Future
Dr. Rebecca Greenstein, a Rover Pet People Panelist, says planning matters. She notes, “Although care costs can be high, a pet’s love and companionship remain priceless.” She advises creating a budget, saving for unexpected vet bills, and keeping up with regular checkups and vaccines.
Regional Cost Variations
Pet care costs differ across the United States. Some cities offer lower expenses, while others are much costlier. According to the report, the top ten most affordable cities for pet ownership include:
- Parsons, KS
- Lawton, OK
- Anniston, AL
- Springfield, MO
- Tupelo, MS
- Evansville, IN
- Jonesboro, AR
- McAllen, TX
- Beckley, WV
- Dayton, OH
The least affordable cities include major metropolitan areas such as:
- Manhattan, NY
- San Francisco, CA
- Greenwich, CT
- Seattle, WA
- Honolulu, HI
- Bethesda, MD
- Anchorage, AK
- Boston, MA
- Portland, ME
- Hoboken, NJ
For more details, the full "True Cost of Pet Parenthood Report" is on Rover’s website. There you will find city-specific costs and insights for pet parents both current and new.
Rover continues to serve pet owners by connecting them with reliable care providers and improving pet care overall. To learn more about Rover and its services, visit www.rover.com.
Contact
Kristin Sandberg
pr@rover.com
360-510-6365
### About Rover
Founded in 2011 and based in Seattle, Rover links pet parents with caregivers offering boarding, in-home pet sitting, daycare, and dog walking. Rover works hard to ensure pets get the best care from trusted providers.
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