2013 Statistics – Cost to Care for a Dog or Cat Wonder what it costs to care for a pet? Buddy came up with these statistics. He’s now looking for a job to pay his own way…good boy! According to the 2013-2014 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, basic annual expenses for dog and cat owners in dollars include: Dogs Cats Surgical Vet Visits $621 $382 Routine Vet $231 $193 Food $239 $203 Food Treats $65 $36 Kennel Boarding $327 $337 Vitamins $64 $77 Groomer/Grooming Aids $61 $20 Toys $41 $23