January 26, 2026, 1:02 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
As the saying goes: “You can see everything if you live long enough.” This is probably also true of the whole story of wolfhound Cadabomb Okami. This four-legged friend is by far the most expensive dog in the world. It was sold in India for a whopping 5.2 million euros.
Let’s be honest: very few people can immediately recall how many zeros are in the number 5 million or will ever earn that amount of money in their lifetime. In the case of Sathish S., however, it’s a different story. The Indian man paid the equivalent of 5.2 million euros for a wolfhound named Cadabomb Okami. According to media reports, the 51-year-old president of the Indian Dog Breeders Association already owns a dog collection of 150 different breeds.
Sathish S. Sees the Dog as a Good Investment
But why would someone spend so much money on something that is not permanent and will most likely die within the next 15 years? According to the British newspaper ‘The Sun,’ the ambitious collector has a very good reason, he claims. “He is an extremely rare breed of dog and looks exactly like a wolf. This breed has never been sold anywhere in the world.” This suggests that the canine companion is likely not only the most expensive but also among the rarest dogs in the world.
Cadabomb Okami is a cross between a wolf and a Caucasian shepherd dog. But that’s not all: at the age of just eight months, this very special dog is said to have weighed 75 kilograms and stood 76 centimetres tall.1 In short, Cadabomb Okami is a true colossus with the look of a wolf.
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However, the parentage of the dog comes as no surprise. The males of the Caucasian shepherd dog, which originally comes from Russia, can reach an impressive height of over 70 centimetres. Due to their imposing size and resilience, they were once mainly kept as guard dogs to protect farmyards and animals from predators and intruders. Yet, that likely wasn’t the primary reason Sathish S. made the purchase.
“I spent 50 million rupees on buying this puppy because I love dogs and like owning unique dogs and introducing them to India.” Nonetheless, the acquisition of Cadabomb Okami in February 2025 was not a mere collector’s whim but a strategic investment decision. Because even though Sathish S. is no longer actively involved in the breeding business himself, he can still earn money from the mere presence of this special dog.
“My Dog and I Get More Attention Than an Actor at a Movie Screening”
“I spent money on these dogs because they are rare. Plus, I make enough money because people are always curious to see them.” Specifically, according to the Sun, this is the equivalent of around 5,200 euros an hour. His canine companions have become a true sensation in the region. To further boost business with his extremely expensive and rare dogs, the businessman showed off his expensive new arrival at a number of high-profile events—including film premieres. 2
On the red carpet, he and his dog captivated the audience, the indulgent dog aficionado reports with delight. “They take selfies and photos. My dog and I get more attention than an actor at a movie screening; we’re both crowd pullers.” Cadabomb Okami also seems to be in good company. Sathish is also the proud owner of a rare chow chow that resembles a red panda. He bought it for just under 3 million euros.
The German original of this article was published in March 2025.