Dogs are a man’s best friend and quickly become a part of the family. In recent times, dogs have inherited fortunes from their owners and some are even social media influencers! As a result, dogs can build more wealth than the average person. We do live in crazy times! These lucky dogs don’t have to worry about where their next treat will come from!
Top 5 Wealthiest Dogs
1. Gunther IV – $400 Million
Gunther IV is officially the wealthiest dog in the world and also happens to be the richest pet. The German shepherd’s estate and wealth is overseen by the Gunther Corporation.
In 1992, German countess Karlotta Leibenstein left an estimated $106 million to her beloved Gunther IV. The people who took care of the German Shepherd shrewdly invested the money, and it multiplied in value. According to the entrepreneur.com, his fortune now stands at a cool $400 million.
In early 2023, Gunther IV sold a Miami mansion previously owned by Madonna for $29 million! The dogs’ owners set up Gunther Rescue, to support animals in need.
2. Toby Rimes – $92 Million
Toby Rimes is reportedly a descendant of a poodle with a similar name that belonged to Ella Wendel, an heiress to one of the most powerful families in 20th-century New York.
The Wendels were landlords that owned over 150 properties now collectively worth over $1 billion in today’s market. The last of their kind was Ella.
When Rimes passed away, she only had her servants and her dog, Toby, by her side. The loyal pet inherited $80 million, which was passed down to its children. Toby Rimes is now worth an estimated $92 million.
3. Sadie, Sunny, Lauren – $30 Million
Sunny and Lauren are springer spaniels and Sadie is a cocker spaniel. These three dogs are famous because of their owner, Oprah Winfrey, who needs no introduction.
Apart from being an accomplished television host, Oprah is a long-time dog lover and has raised over 20 dogs, but these three are the most famous. When Oprah passes away, the trio will inherit a sizable $30 million trust fund.
4. Jiffpom – $20 Million
Not every dog on this list inherited wealth, some dogs such as Jiffpom are self-made. Jiffpom, a pomeranian, has over 10 million followers on Instagram and regularly ranks high on the pet influencer list.
Jiff’s owners have chosen to maintain their anonymity because they don’t want any attention. However, they are the brains behind Jiffpom’s celebrity status.
The pomeranian has made many public appearances, most notably in Katy Perry’s “Dark Horse” music video. This is why the adorable social media star has a fortune worth $20 million.
5. Conchita – $4 Million
Conchita is a fabulous chihuahua dubbed “The Queen of Miami.” Her owner was Gail Posner, the daughter of the renowned business executive Victor Posner.
The pooch and her sisters, Lucia and April-Maria, are nothing short of spoiled. They go around town in flashy outfits and jewelry. They also have their own gold-colored Cadillac Escalade.
When Gail Posner died in 2010, she left $1 million for her son, Brett Carr, and a $3 million trust fund for her pets. Conchita became one of the richest pooches alive after selling an inherited mansion for $8.4 million!
