Purchase price
It all depends on where your puppy comes from
For this breed, it is advisable to favor a reputable breeder who works on temperament, early socialization and health monitoring of breeding dogs. An abnormally low price should prompt you to rigorously check the breeding conditions and traceability.
Declared LOF breedingThe right choice Identified, socialized puppy, from a monitored breeding program | €900 – €1,200 |
Show or working line Sought-after type, valued origins and documented screenings | €1,035 – €1,200 |
Association or shelter More often an assessed adult, depending on the association | €150 – €450 |
- Origins and pedigree
- +10% to +40%
- Health tests and breeding quality
- +10% to +30%
- Type, color or sought-after bloodline
- +5% to +35%
Everyday costs
What about once they're home?
A price that seems too good to be true?
- An abnormally low price should prompt you to have the identification, health, and breeding conditions checked.
- Ask for the relevant health screenings of the breeding dogs and a clear contract.
- The maintenance budget over several years often exceeds the purchase price.
FAQ
Your questions about price
Answers to common questions from prospective owners.
You should plan not only for the purchase price, but also for a high maintenance budget, especially for food, large-size equipment, and health monitoring.
Its size leads to higher expenses for food, bedding, certain accessories, transport, and sometimes care related to joints or digestion.
