What a dog costs in Egypt (2026)
The price by breed, the licence, vaccines and vet visits, food and other monthly costs. Approximate figures for October 2026.
A dog is a big commitment of time and money, and the bigger the dog, the more it costs: more food, and medicines dosed by weight. Do the maths before you decide.
The dog itself
| Breed | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Adopted, or a baladi (local) dog | Free to EGP 500 |
| Golden Retriever | EGP 1,500–6,000; listings ask more |
| German Shepherd | EGP 1,500–12,000 |
| Husky | EGP 2,000–11,000 |
| Rottweiler | EGP 2,000–12,000 |
| French Bulldog | About EGP 13,000; rare colours far more |
| Pomeranian | Listings ask EGP 25,000–30,000 |
| Toy Poodle | Up to EGP 40,000 in listings |
German Shepherds, Huskies and Rottweilers are conditional breeds under the law: read banned and conditional breeds before you buy, and buying a pet safely.
The licence (Law 29 of 2023)
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dog licence (one year) | EGP 1,000 |
| Transfer to a new owner | EGP 1,000 |
| Replacing a lost tag | EGP 1,000 |
So budget at least EGP 1,000 a year. See how to license your dog.
Vet and vaccines
| Item | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Clinic consultation | EGP 200–500 |
| Home visit | EGP 300–600 |
| Dog rabies vaccine | EGP 105–175 |
| 8-in-1 vaccine (per dose) | About EGP 250 |
Puppies need several doses in their first year, then boosters as your vet advises. See vet and vaccine prices.
Food
The biggest monthly cost. A large (18 kg) bag of imported food has multiplied in price in recent years and now costs over EGP 5,000, while local brands have become common and cheaper. To estimate: bag price ÷ the number of days it lasts. Ask your vet which food suits your dog's age and size.
Other costs
- One-off: bed or crate, bowls, collar and leash, a muzzle (required outside), toys.
- Worm, flea and tick prevention: as your vet plans it. Ticks are common in Egypt, especially in summer.
- Training, grooming, boarding when you travel, or a dog walker, as you need them. See choosing boarding for your pet.
- An emergency reserve: surgery or a clinic stay can cost many times a consultation.
Saving without cutting corners
- Adopting, or choosing a baladi dog, saves the purchase price, and baladi dogs are used to Egypt's climate.
- Vaccines and prevention on time cost far less than treating disease.
- License on time: fines start at EGP 10,000.
- Compare prices, but never buy a vaccine or medicine from a source you can't trust.