Price & budget

How much does a Maremma Sheepdog kitten cost?

Italy

The purchase price varies depending on registration with the LOF, the quality of the lineage, the screenings carried out on the parents, the reputation of the kennel and the puppy’s intended purpose. The initial cost must be considered along with the ongoing expenses related to food, care and equipment for a large dog.

Purchase price

It all depends on where your kitten comes from

A specialized and transparent breeding kennel makes it possible to meet the mother, to consult the health documents and to check the socialization work. Adoption through an association or a shelter may also be suitable, provided that the dog's temperament and needs are assessed precisely.

Specialized LOF breedingRight choice

Identified parents, verifiable health screenings and monitored socialization.

1,000 – 1,600 €
Association or shelter

Contribution usually covering part of the care and identification.

250 – 450 €
LOF registration and pedigree
+15% à +35%
Working or show line
+10% à +30%
Parents' health screenings
+10% à +20%
Puppy intended as a companion
0% à -15%

Day to day

And once at home?

Nutrition75 €
Veterinary30 €
Health insurance25 €
Litter & accessories15 €
Total per month≈ 145 €

A price too good to be true?

  • An abnormally low price may conceal a lack of identification, health monitoring or socialization.
  • The parents' screening results must be available for consultation and correspond to their identity.
  • The puppy must be identified, at least eight weeks old and accompanied by the mandatory documents.
  • Living conditions, the parents' temperament and socialization matter as much as the pedigree.

FAQ

Your questions about price

Answers to future buyers’ questions.

The price of a puppy is generally around 1,000 to 1,600 euros depending on the lineage, LOF registration, the parents' health screenings and the work carried out by the breeder.

For a large dog of this size, you should plan on average about 145 euros per month for food, veterinary prevention, insurance and routine maintenance, excluding emergencies or exceptional care.