N.Y. dog ownership costs are among highest in U.S., study shows. CT ties.

By Ann Marie Barron, Staten Island Advance, N.Y.

New York has been ranked the fifth most expensive state to own a dog, according to a recent study.

The Empire State tied with Connecticut in fifth place, based on the cost of dog walkers, boarding, and doggy daycare, according to the study by Tractor Supply, a national chain with more than 2,300 stores across the country that offers a large variety of pet supplies.

Here’s why New York is so costly, the recently published study found:

While these supplies quickly add up, pet experts doing the research for Tractor supply garnered a few practical ways to keep your New York pup happy without overspending, according to the announcement.

Here are the top money-saving tips from New York dog owners, according to the research:

Here are the top 10 priciest states for dog ownership, according to the Tractor Supply research:

1. California: California is the most expensive state for dog walking ($25) and doggy daycare ($50).

2. Massachusetts: Massachusetts dog owners pay the third highest amount for doggy daycare ($45), pet insurance ($59 per month), and dog boarding ($60).

3. Washington: Washington is the most expensive state for dog walking ($25) and the third most expensive state for both doggy daycare ($45) and dog boarding ($60).

4. New Jersey: New Jersey dog parents pay the third highest amount for dog boarding ($60) and the fifth highest amount for veterinary care ($101 per visit).

5. New York (Tie): New York is the third most expensive state for dog boarding ($60), and the sixth most expensive state for dog walking ($22).

5. Connecticut (Tie): Connecticut dog owners pay the third highest amount for doggy day care ($45) and the fourth highest amount for dog walking ($24).

7. Maine: Maine tops the list of most expensive states for dog walking ($25) and pet sitting ($65).

8. Rhode Island: Rhode Island is the third most expensive state for pet sitting ($60) and the eighth most expensive state for doggy day care ($40).

9. New Hampshire: New Hampshire dog owners pay the fifth highest amount for dog walking ($23) and the seventh highest amount for pet sitting ($55).

10. Hawaii: Hawaii is the most expensive state for both veterinary care ($146 per visit) and pet insurance ($81 per month).

https://www.courant.com/2025/10/06/n-y-dog-ownership-costs-are-among-highest-in-u-s-study-shows/