The Tibetan Mastiff is the most expensive A dog on the ground (2 photos + 1 video)
The world's most expensive dog was sold in China for over a million dollars, while annual upkeep of such a pet would cost the owner approximately $20,000. 
The most expensive dog in the world is a Tibetan Mastiff, also considered one of the largest breeds. A video showing the dog being sold for a large sum has gone viral online, sparking a wave of emotions among users, according to the India Times.
People can't accept the fact that a pet can cost more than a supercar. The four-legged creature itself was nicknamed "the lion" online due to its size and the fur around its head, reminiscent of large "wild cats."
As the publication discovered, the Tibetan mastiff depicted in the video was sold to a real estate developer during a luxury pet exhibition in Zhejiang Province in 2014 for approximately 12 million yuan. At the time, this amount was approximately $1.9 million.
The seller of the mastiff claimed the animal was of "royal blood."
The website dogster reports that as of 2025, the cost of a Tibetan Mastiff puppy worldwide ranges from $1,000 to $6,000. The price of such a puppy varies depending, among other things, on its pedigree.
Compared to other dog breeds, the Tibetan Mastiff is considered an expensive breed. This is because, in addition to the initial medical procedures and treatment, additional supplies and toys are required. In 2025, the cost of "basic training" to adopt a Tibetan Mastiff will range from approximately $983 to $3,065.
The portal calculated that the monthly cost of maintaining such a pet is over $1,400.
