Purchase price
It all depends on where your puppy comes from
The American Water Dog is preferably acquired from a declared breeder, able to present the parents, the useful tests and a clear contract. A very low price should prompt checking identification and breeding conditions. Adoption through an association remains an option, especially for an adult.
Declared LOF breedingThe right choice Identified, socialized puppy, from a monitored breeding program | €500 – €1,000 |
Show or working line Sought-after type, valued origins and documented screenings | €575 – €1,000 |
Association or shelter More often an evaluated adult, depending on the association | €150 – €450 |
- Origins and pedigree
- +10% to +40%
- Health tests and breeding quality
- +10% to +30%
- Desired type, color or bloodline
- +5% to +35%
Everyday costs
What about once they're home?
Food€50
Veterinary care€25
Pet insurance€20
Accessories and grooming€12
Total per month≈ €107
A price that seems too good to be true?
- An abnormally low price should prompt you to check identification, health, and breeding conditions.
- Ask for relevant health screenings of the breeding dogs and a clear contract.
- The maintenance budget over several years often exceeds the purchase price.
