Above Image: merle gene pitbull Top 10 Most Expensive Dog Breeds We all know dogs are man’s best friend but in some cases canine companionship doesn’t come cheap. So how much are people paying for a pricey pooch? 10. Irish Wolfhound | $1,500 – $2,000 9. Akita | $1,500 – $4,500 8. Saluki | $2,500 – $5,000 7. Pharaoh Hound | $2,500 – $6,000 6. Tibetan Mastiff | $2,200 – $7000 5. Rottweiler | $2,000 – $8,000 4. Lowchen | $5,000 – $8,000 3. ChowChow | $3,000 -$8,500 2. English Bulldog | $2,500 -$9,000 1. Samoyed | $4,000 -$11,000 Based on global date. Source: Outside Online