How much does a Saint Bernard cost per year?

About $2,352 a year for the basics. Here is where it goes.

Updated October 2026Numbers calculated for this page

A typical year with a Saint Bernard costs about $2,352, or $196 a month, for the basics. Over a 8–10 year lifespan that adds up to roughly $18,817–$23,522, not counting emergencies.

$2,352per year

$196per month

$97food per month

$21,169lifetime basics

Yearly cost breakdown

Expense	Per year	Per month
Food (mid-range dry food)	$1,162	$97
Routine vet care (exam, vaccines)	$450	$38
Flea, tick & heartworm prevention	$380	$32
Grooming (DIY supplies)	$60	$5
Toys, treats & supplies	$300	$25
Total basics	$2,352	$196

Food cost by quality

Food type	Per month	Per year
Budget dry food	$48	$581
Mid-range dry food	$97	$1,162
Premium or fresh food	$242	$2,905

Based on about 2,650 calories a day for a spayed or neutered adult around 150 lb, at example prices of $0.60, $1.20 and $3.00 per 1,000 calories. Check your own bag for the real number.

Costs this doesn't include

First-year costs: adoption or purchase price, spay/neuter, microchip, crate and starter supplies. See the puppy first-year cost guide.
Pet insurance: optional, and priced by age, breed and zip code. Read is pet insurance worth it?
Emergencies: a single surprise vet visit can cost hundreds to thousands. A pet emergency fund softens the blow.
Boarding, daycare and dog walkers, which vary widely by city.

All figures are rough estimates using typical US price ranges; your area and your dog's health will change them. For your own numbers, try the pet cost calculator.

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Costs for other giant breeds

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See the Saint Bernard age chart too.

Questions people ask

How much does a Saint Bernard cost per month?

Roughly $196 a month for food, routine vet care, parasite prevention, grooming and supplies.

How much does it cost to feed a Saint Bernard?

About $48 to $242 a month depending on the food, with mid-range dry food around $97.

What is the lifetime cost of a Saint Bernard?

About $18,817 to $23,522 for the basics over a 8–10 year lifespan, plus first-year costs, insurance and emergencies.

The Paw Plan shares general pet care information, not veterinary advice. Figures on this page are estimates calculated from the assumptions shown. Every pet is different, so check with your vet about yours.