Is a dog right for me?
Use our decision tree to find out
if getting a dog is right for you
Do I have time for a dog?
all day and out
most evenings
walk a dog in the
day and evening
Will a pet fit into
my lifestyle?
my dog with me
on hols or have a
trusty friend to
look after it while
I’m away
a few times a year
and not sure who
would look
after my pet
Is my home ready for a dog?
much room and
lots of expensive
things I wouldn’t
want damaged
of space and I have
a garden too
A dog could be right for you – take a look at the other things to consider below
Costs of owning a pet
Pets can be very expensive, and many people underestimate how much their upkeep will cost. You can use our dog cost calculator to work out how much you can expect to spend on dog ownership, there are several costs to consider:
Initial cost
Some pets cost hundreds of pounds just to purchase or rehome; have you thought about a rescue dog?
Monthly costs
Food, cat litter and treatments all need to be taken into account
Annual costs
Things such as vaccine boosters and flea and worm treatment will incur a yearly cost
One off costs
Microchipping, neutering, obedience classes for dogs and pet furnishings. Vet fees will cost you a lot if you don’t have pet insurance to cover the bill
Protecting your beloved pet
We understand that you would want quality treatment for your pet in the case of any illness or accidents, however quality veterinary treatment can cost thousands of pounds.
Give your pet the cover they deserve
For pet insurance, Admiral introduce to Insurance Factory Ltd who arrange and administer the policy. Insurance Factory Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (No. 306164). Registered in England and Wales Number 02982445. Registered Office: 45 Westerham Road, Bessels Green, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2QB. The policy is underwritten by Zenith Insurance plc, registered in Gibraltar No. 84085 with registered office address: 846 - 848 Europort, Gibraltar. Zenith Insurance plc is authorised by the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission and subject to a limited regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential Regulation Authority in respect of underwriting business in the UK (No: 211787).