FAQ: Supplies for dogs

A bigger pack is usually cheaper per kilogram, but not always. The price per kilogram lets you compare pack sizes and shops directly.

No. zoogidas.lt only compares prices. The shop link takes you to the shop's own website, where you place and pay for the order.

We collect the shops' prices about every day. Each product shows when its price was last checked.

The product page shows its price history, so you can see whether the current price is lower or higher than usual. That helps you decide whether to buy now or wait for a discount.

We collect prices about once a day, while shops can change them at any time. Each product shows when its price was last checked, and you will always see the final price in the shop's basket.

Besides the product price, look at the delivery cost, the free-delivery threshold and the delivery time. Sometimes a slightly pricier product with free delivery ends up costing less.

Combining an order often gets you over the free-delivery threshold and you pay for only one shipment. Still, compare expensive or frequently bought items such as food separately, because the difference over a year can be large.

Discounts are more common during big sales and at the end of a season, for example winter clothing in spring. Watching the price history shows you what price is normal for a given product, so you can spot a genuine discount.

Yes, if the product keeps for a long time and you will definitely use it: food, poop bags, shampoo. For food, check the best-before date and whether you can use up an opened pack before it loses its freshness.

Under EU consumer rules, goods bought online can usually be returned within 14 days, but opened food and hygiene products may be exceptions. Read the specific shop's return policy before you buy.

Measure your dog before ordering: neck and chest girth, back length and, for a bed, how much space it takes lying stretched out. Compare the measurements with the maker's size chart rather than the breed name, because dogs of the same breed vary a lot.

Not always. The price often reflects the brand and packaging, not just quality. Compare what really matters: the food's ingredients, how durable the materials are, the stitching, the size and reviews on how long the product lasts.

Work out the price per litre for liquids and per kilogram for solid or loose products. That way you can see whether a bigger bottle is really cheaper and compare offers from different shops fairly.

Check that the shop lists its company details, contacts, return policy and a secure payment method. If the price is suspiciously low and there is no information about the seller, choose another shop.

Check that the packaging is intact and sealed and that the best-before date has not passed. If a bag is punctured, a can is bulging or the food smells odd, don't feed it to your dog: take a photo and contact the shop.

Compare prices per kilogram, buy larger packs of what your dog really uses and combine orders to reach the free-delivery threshold. Choose durable products: a cheap toy or leash that soon breaks costs more in the long run.

It depends heavily on the dog's size, food, grooming and health. Food is usually the largest regular cost, so work out how many kilograms your dog eats a month and multiply by the price per kilogram, then add parasite prevention, treats and vet visits.

Food is the biggest ongoing cost, especially for large dogs. Less frequent but large expenses are vet care, vaccinations, grooming and the first month's purchases: bed, crate, leash and bowls.

Usually yes: a small dog eats far less food, and its bed, crate or clothes are cheaper. Still, some small breeds need costly care, such as regular grooming or dental care.

Don't skimp on food quality, safety gear (collar, harness, leash) or a bed of the right size. You can save on toys, bowls and accessories, where simple products often do the same job.