What is the average cost of Owning a Dog per year in 2010?

The average cost of owning a dog is $436 per year in 2010. This includes the cost of food, veterinary exams, and vaccinations. When you add in the price of training, grooming, pet supplies, and other expenses the cost may rise to as much as $2500 per year or more. You should also know that the first year of owning a dog costs on average about double that of later years.