Purchase price
It all depends on where your puppy comes from
Contact a LOF breeder who documents hips, eyes and socialization. Rarity does not excuse the absence of screenings.
LOF breedingThe right choice Rare breed, identified puppy and screened parents | €900 – €1,500 |
Association or shelter Rare presence | €180 – €450 |
- Hunting abilities and working line
- +10% to +35%
- Hip and eye screenings
- +10% to +25%
- Rarity of the breed in France
- +5% to +30%
Everyday costs
What about once they're home?
Food€70
Veterinary care€30
Pet insurance€24
Accessories and grooming€14
Total per month≈ €138
A price that seems too good to be true?
- A working retriever needs real exercise: don’t buy one just for looks.
- Ask for the breeders’ health screenings and the socialization conditions.
- A very low price without documents should raise suspicion of a poorly managed breeding operation.
