5 Of The World's Most Expensive Dogs

Monday, September 26, 2011, 9:02

The most expensive dogs in the world find place in the homes of the filthy rich and famous. Dogs too can be exotic fetishes for their master who want to have the most expensive pets. Some people believe that dogs bring good luck and others are just plain dog lovers who would pay any price to have their dream pet of choice. Depending on all these factors you have a list of the 5 most expensive dog breeds in the world.

5 Of World's Most Expensive Dog Breeds:

1. Tibetan Mastiff: Humungous, strong, hairy and very very expensive. The Tibetan Mastiff is probably the single most expensive dog in the world at this moment. The reason behind their rise to fame is this ancient Chinese belief that they bring wealth and prosperity due to positive 'dog energy'. They are basically mountain dogs with all that hair but they have become a rage for high and upper middle class Chinese families. The dog breeders are having a gala time as long as the fetish lasts.
Price: A famous coal baron from China recently brought one of the world's most expensive dog for more than 9 million dollars.

2. German Shepherd or Alsation: This was the dog breed the Mastiff dethroned to become number one. German Shepherds are highly priced as sniffer dogs and for protection. They are also incredibly intelligent animals which justifies their being the most expensive dog breeds. Alsations have to be bred very carefully because if their pedigree is not pure then they face many health problems.
Price: A well-bred would cost about 20000-25000 dollars

3. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels: This perfectly cute and cuddly animal is by far one of the sharpest dog breeds. These dogs get their name from the historical fact that King Charles II in the 16th century had a spaniel and the modern King cavalier is its closest cousin.
Price: 5000 to 15000 dollars for this friendly dog extremely popular in UK

4. Chow Chow: This ancient Mongolian dog is small, extremely furry and ferocious. They have lately been popular due to their unique hairy look. These dogs have to be socialised well or else they do not respond well to strangers. Generally unfriendly yet fiercely loyal to their master, they make great watch dogs.
Price: 3000 to 9000 dollars per piece. It depends on the age at which you buy them as an adult will cost you more than a pup.

5. Rottweiler: This hulk of a dog is the oldest herding breed of dogs used for herding animals and later pulling carts and hunting. Their exception physical strength can make them very dangerous if improperly trained. They have a royal aloofness about them and react slowly although they have a very alert mind.
Price: 3 to 8 thousand dollars.