Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog — cost & care
Loyal, Independent, Confident Guardian. Giant foundation stock service dog.
A Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog costs roughly $52,900 over its lifetime (12–14 years), or about $3,820/year: ~$1,440 food, ~$1,060 insurance, ~$1,000 routine vet, ~$80 grooming. Purchase price runs $1,000–$3,000.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
6.4cups of food / day (~48.0 lb/mo)
14.4cups of water / day
13 yraverage lifespan (12–14)
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A Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog eats ~48.0 lb/month. Shop giant-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $1,000–$3,000 |
| Food / year | $1,440 (6.4 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $1,060 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $1,000 |
| Grooming / year | $80 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $3,820 |
| Lifetime total | $52,900 |
Breed stats
| Size | Giant |
| Avg weight | 115 lb |
| Height | 57–74 in |
| Lifespan | 12–14 yrs |
| Group | Foundation Stock Service |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 3/5 |
| Trainability | 2/5 |
| Good with families | 1/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 1/5 |
| Shedding | 2/5 |
| Grooming need | 2/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog cost per year?
About $3,820 a year — roughly $1,440 food, $1,060 insurance, $1,000 vet and $80 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog?
Around $52,900 across its 12–14-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog eat?
About 6.4 cups of food a day (~48.0 lb per month).
How much water should a Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog drink?
About 14.4 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog hypoallergenic?
No — the Romanian Mioritic Shepherd Dog sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.