Some dogs cost as much as a small car… others as much as a luxury house.
While most dogs are priceless companions, certain dog breeds can reach unbelievable prices due to rarity, pedigree, and prestige.
Here are the top 10 most expensive dogs in the world, based on real, documented prices.
🥇 1. Tibetan Mastiff – up to €1.5 million
The most expensive dog ever sold.
A red Tibetan Mastiff was sold in China for around €1.5 million.
Why so expensive?
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extremely rare
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ancient breed
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symbol of wealth and status
Average price today: €2,000 – €5,000
🥈 2. Samoyed – €1,000 to €20,000
Yes, the beautiful white Samoyed.
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Normal puppies: €700 – €1,500
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Champion bloodlines (USA, Scandinavia): €10,000+
The price depends on pedigree, health tests, and show titles.
🥉 3. Pharaoh Hound – €4,000 to €10,000
Elegant, rare, and ancient-looking dogs originally from Malta.
Their rarity makes them expensive.
🐾 4. Canaán Dog – €8,000 to €15,000
One of the rarest dog breeds in the world.
Very few breeders exist, which drives prices extremely high.
🐾 5. Swedish Lapphund – €7,000 to €12,000
A rare Nordic breed, hardly found outside Scandinavia.
Limited breeding means high prices.
🐾 6. Akita Inu (Japanese lines) – €4,000 to €10,000
Japanese Akitas are much rarer than American Akitas.
Prices depend on:
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pure Japanese lineage
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show champions
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export from Japan
🐾 7. Azawakh – €5,000 to €7,000
An elegant African sighthound.
Extremely rare and usually imported from Europe or Africa.
🐾 8. Löwchen (Little Lion Dog) – €4,000 to €7,000
Once considered the rarest dog breed in the world.
Still expensive due to limited breeding.
🐾 9. Presa Canario – €4,000 to €6,000
A powerful and majestic dog from the Canary Islands.
Responsible breeding and training increase costs significantly.
🐾 10. Saluki – €3,000 to €6,000
An ancient royal dog from the Middle East.
Highly respected and valued for its history and elegance.
⭐ Why Are These Dogs So Expensive?
The main reasons include:
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rarity
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strict breeding standards
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health and genetic testing
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champion bloodlines
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high demand and prestige
Sometimes, people pay for status as much as for the dog itself.
🐕 Final Thought
No matter the price, every dog offers the same thing: loyalty and love.
Whether a dog costs €500 or €50,000, its value as a companion is priceless.