A Chihuahua costs between $400 and $2,000 USD, when bought from a professional breeder. The price will vary according to:
- the breeder’s reputation
- location
- whether the pups have had health screenings and vaccinations
- the type of Chihuahua: the tiny tea cup variety is the most expensive
- coat color
- whether they’ve been socialized
- their age – younger puppies tend to cost more than older ones
In addition to the actual cost, you’ll need to budget anywhere between $50 and $500 for initial supplies and initial veterinary costs.
As an alternative to buying a puppy from a breeder, you could adopt an older Chihuahua from a rescue shelter or a pound. The initial cost may be lower, but you should still prepare for veterinary costs and adoption fees.
