How are you willing to pay for a puppy?

[SternRose]

I want to get a Australian Sheperd puppy. I have to save up the $$ first, but I'd like to know if these two breeders are at a good price. Mom said that when I get the $$ we'll decuse puppy's. lol, so I'm figuring out a good way to start earning money, I'm a teen. I'm thinking bout starting Pet-Sitting for friends, Family and a few approved strangers( only if mom and dad approve of the "customers"). Here's the first breeder I'm thinking about, www.doubleuaussies.com ( copy and past the URL) and here's the second one, www.silverbrookaussies.com ( copy and past the URL)
Opinions please on the breeders, and tips on getting money. Thanks, btw I want to get a blue Merle male puppy.

 

[wholehearted]

I am impressed with your initiative! It is great that you are willing to work toward getting something that you want. Some great options for teens to earn money in our area would be yard work, housework, babysitting, and the pet sitting that you mentioned. If you have any useful skills with computers, music, or other specialized areas, you could offer help or services in those as well.

As far as the price and breeder, it is important to do your research. It is important to understand what to look for in a breeder and in a puppy. The first site you listed doesn't seem to have actual info about their how they plan their breedings or test their breeders. I couldn't get the second site to come up. Most good breeders do not own both of the dogs as they want to keep diversity in their lines. AKC registration means very little. Look for someone that is trying to improve the breed and breed to the standard. Determining a reasonable price often depends on the breed and the future expectations for the dog. A pet quality puppy will cost less than a show quality one from the same breeder. We chose to pay $800 for our pure-bred boxers from a responsible and attentive breeder and felt that it was well worth it. My sister chose a backyard breeder because they were much cheaper and experienced some hereditary problems with her dog. Either way, there are no guarantees.

I will link below some great pages discussing how to choose a dog and breeder including some specific questions to ask. Talk to people that have purchased dogs from the breeder in the past if you can. If you can meet the former customer's older dogs, that would be even better. Good luck with obtaining the funds and choosing the right puppy!!

How to Find a Reputable Breeder http://australianshepherds.org/about-aussies/finding-a-breeder/

Buyer's Checklist http://australianshepherds.org/about-aussies/buyers-checklist/

Questions to ask a breeder http://www.shalakoaussies.com/QuestionsBeforeYouBuy.html

 

[luvmypets]

I want an aussie pup too! A blue merle girl.. We have agility at our farm and they have the #1 agility aussie and they breed pure pups from the champion lines... Love your plan to get a pup!

 

[SternRose]

I am impressed with your initiative! It is great that you are willing to work toward getting something that you want.  Some great options for teens to earn money in our area would be yard work, housework, babysitting, and the pet sitting that you mentioned.  If you have any useful skills with computers, music, or other specialized areas, you could offer help or services in those as well. 

As far as the price and breeder, it is important to do your research.  It is important to understand what to look for in a breeder and in a puppy.  The first site you listed doesn't seem to have actual info about their how they plan their breedings or test their breeders.  I couldn't get the second site to come up. Most good breeders do not own both of the dogs as they want to keep diversity in their lines.  AKC registration means very little.  Look for someone that is trying to improve the breed and breed to the standard.  Determining a reasonable price often depends on the breed and the future expectations for the dog.  A pet quality puppy will cost less than a show quality one from the same breeder.  We chose to pay $800 for our pure-bred boxers from a responsible and attentive breeder and felt that it was well worth it.  My sister chose a backyard breeder because they were much cheaper and experienced some hereditary problems with her dog.  Either way, there are no guarantees. 

I will link below some great pages discussing how to choose a dog and breeder including some specific questions to ask.  Talk to people that have purchased dogs from the breeder in the past if you can.  If you can meet the former customer's older dogs, that would be even better.    Good luck with obtaining the funds and choosing the right puppy!! 

How to Find a Reputable Breeder  http://australianshepherds.org/about-aussies/finding-a-breeder/

Buyer's Checklist  http://australianshepherds.org/about-aussies/buyers-checklist/

Questions to ask a breeder  http://www.shalakoaussies.com/QuestionsBeforeYouBuy.html

A few of her past buyers have come back for the 3rd or 4th Aussies is that a good sign? I'm willing to pay $1,000+ but I'm also just wanting a 4-h show dog/ herding dog/pet dog. I'm also looking to get into better shape, I'm not fat but I'm in the 20% group for m1y a4ge. I'm 5'4 and only weight 84lbs. And Aussies have the energy level I'm look for. The second one takes 5-10 minutes

 

[alldembirds]

are you looking for a pet or a working dog? The dogs on those sites dont look to be working dogs. Silverbrook has a spay neuter contract if you want papers, thats an issue with me maybe not with you. I am trying to save up for an english bulldog so I understand.


your second link was spelled wrong fyi

 

[SternRose]

are you looking for a pet or a working dog? The dogs on those sites dont look to be working dogs.  Silverbrook has a spay neuter contract if you want papers, thats an issue with me maybe not with you. I am trying to save up for an english bulldog so I understand. 


your second link was spelled wrong fyi

Both. And I'd have to get him neutered any way 3 unspayed b*tches in the house. 1 mini Wienner dog and 1sib husky.

 

[SternRose]

I also have to stay as close as possible to we're I live dads rule.

 

[alldembirds]

well if I were going to get a working dog / pet I would get him from a working farm. I would look in the big nickel classified maybe, local paper. somewhere close were you can observe the parents actually working. Sure dogs have a certain amount of instinct but if the breeders have been neglecting to breed for good instincts you could just have a big ol lap dog.... nothing wrong with that of course I wouldnt risk it i would want to see the parents, thats my big thing. If youre not showing the dog i would expect under 750 or so. If you think of a good way of making a quick thousand i would love to know

 

[SternRose]

Best I came up with is $100 a month for 10 months. Lol or for a year and get $1,200 by petsiting.

 

[littlekatzz]

I raise Aussies and I can tell you some dogs have the instinct some are so watered down they don't know what to do with it. If you are serious about herding. buy from a working line as in both parents work, grandparents work , siblings work. Then consider the kind of work they are being asked to do. Moving cattle takes more bite and aggression then moving ducks. And Aussies are very very high energy who need a family that understands them. If not socialized early and well can be Leery of strangers. They are a breed that loves to work and learn and a good one will always surprise you with how smart it is. I'd look for local herding trials near you. Talk to people in the business see if you can't apprentice under someone who works thier dogs as a job not as a occasional hobby. And be prepared to fall in love