Puppies are part of a billion-dollar industry, so its no surprise puppy mills, pet stores, and backyard breeders have slithered their way into the market. Lets face it, you cant put a price on love. You do what you want but if it were me I would repectfully tell her that I feel its a little too high and that she needs to take at least $200 off of the initial fee and $5 a day for care since you will be providing food. In a word, yes. by cjs180 Thu Mar 06, 2008 7:24 am, Post I have not charged a daily fee for the bitch, but this is very common. It won't take you long to figure out which breeders are serious about improving the breed and which ones think they can make money by selling puppies. OFA heart, thyroid, eyes, and hips & elbows tested. Thank you very much for your information. by langhaar Wed Mar 12, 2008 4:32 am, Post by Yawallac Thu Mar 06, 2008 6:44 am, Post Before studding your dog, you should have it evaluated for fitness and representation of the breed. I have never, repeat never, known a German breeder to export a promising ADULT dog unless it had some issuesespecially to an American or Canadian (we're guilty in both countries of breeding for a buck and messing up good dogs). What color is your dane? by wannabe Wed Mar 05, 2008 2:59 pm, Post If you are not interested in show quality dogs dogs who are of breeding quality and up to show standard as specified by official breed clubs then you may be able to get your puppy at a lower rate. He is a, Great danes are prone to a lot of health problems. This includes a variety of factors, including: Of course, the more it costs a breeder, the more your Great Dane puppy is going to cost you off the top. by ezzy333 Wed Mar 05, 2008 8:47 pm, Post I don't think that translates into greatness but many people do. I think I am more worried about this owner's intentions than the money. And speaking of a healthy life, lets look at some of the Great Danes health issues. And for the reasons I stated in the first paragraph, I second sageleaf. As he is campaigned more and is successful (hopefully), the fee may go up, but I don't see it going much above $500 in the future. A massive lap dog at heart, the friendly, calm, and loyal Great Dane is truly mans best friend. Cerberus is a 3 year old AKC registered Harlequin and proven stud. But just how much does this gentle giant cost, and are there any secret fees for owning the biggest breed in the canine kingdom? The price of puppies is generally known by the breeder before ever embarking on a breeding - it's not a financial 'cost of goods' calculation, it's typically some combination reflecting size of litters, rarity of breed, setting a barrier threshold to prevent casual and thoughtless acquisition of puppies, with a strong geographical component - that is, puppies in a locality tend to normalize around a usual cost, with drift upwards as the years go by. We adore our danes, and would love to see the babies we can pRead More, AKC Registered 37.5% Euro Lilac Great Dane for Stud. We never charge board for a weeks stay while being bred, and I have bred to several Duals around the country without being charged a penny. by highcotton Wed Mar 05, 2008 10:29 pm, Post or 'I don't like the usual fee structure, help me design something else!'. Thanks for all of the thoughtful answers. Loki is the sweetest big guy I've seenRead More. ..Read More, Full Europium Harlequin AKC with full breeding rights Color tested. Naturally, the same thing should be done with the bitch. Fawn/Black/HLQN Pedigree, fully health tested. We have bred our black male, Samson, once. I would have no qualms about breeding to Birko either and I did state that I am sure he is a fine dog. While it is clear that the price of a Great Dane can and will vary, the ASPCA does point out that the first year of pet ownership is usually the most expensive year, regardless of the breed. There's a reason I like dogs better'n people. Breeding a sub-standard dog is a huge no-no as it dilutes strength of the breed itself. Preventative care measures such as flea and tick treatments or heartworm medications are also necessary. I told her that I would probably drop my female off at her house on a weekend, stay to see one tie (since this stud owner has never bred a dog before), and then leave her at their house for a week (for additional ties) before driving back the next weekend to pick up my dog. This often leads to puppies that are unhealthy and come from corrupt sources or sickly parents. While the cost upfront will be more, it could save you money and heartbreak in the long run. There are zillions of homeless dogs on Petfinder and in shelters around the country, from the sounds of it, this is not an ethical breeding in which the dogs are being bred to better the breed and provide the breeders with future breeding stock and a few puppies to place carefully in good homes with a lifetime take-back/give-back guarantee and a proper, written code of ethics contract including limited registration or a non-breeding agreement. If you are in need of Great Dane stud services it will almost always require a contract. Of course, other medical costs will be incurred, such as spaying or neutering. Self-Nominations for the MetaFilter Steering Committee close on August 7. A purebred dog is considered show quality primarily based on his physical appearance. Furthermore, larger dogs age quicker than smaller dogs and typically require more vet checkups and medications throughout their lifetime. by WildRose Wed Mar 05, 2008 12:59 pm, Post Proven stud!!! Tell her thanks but no thanks!!!!!!!!! In fact, the first year of pet ownership can cost pet owners upwards of $1,000, with an average of $500 being spent each year after. Second ROU_Xenophobe, who phrased it much better than I think I could have. He is 3 Years old he weighs 165 Pounds and is a Solid Boy with a fabulous temperament Full AKC certified and Fully OFA Health Tested ( Eyes, Thyroid, HipRead More, Loki is an AKC registered Brindle male Great Dane that carries Blue. ARCHIVE: Previous Listings SOLD/OLD/GONE, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=1103, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=5210, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=144, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/4genview.php?id=207, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/genview.php?id=1041, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/genview.php?id=1042, http://www.perfectpedigrees.com/genview.php?id=1040. How to find a puppy and raise a happy, healthy dog, February 21, 2019 By Madison Guthrie 1 Comment, Welcome to our article focusing on the question, How much is a Great Dane?. So, how much does it cost to go through a breeder? Carries black, piebald, blue, and chocolate. Please Welcome New Members - Introduce Yourself Here! Of course, the breed of the dog in question will also play a role in the price of the puppy. The dog did not compete in the VGP because he was sick. Ive been showing my fawns and brindles since 1972 and have seen many outstanding blue Danes win their championships both in Canada and the US. There is no need for the defensive posturing. I called the owner of one dog in particular that I'm interested in and asked if I might use the dog. How odd. What started out as a question of dog stud fees has turned into an economical problem for me. Very well mannered calm big boy. If you're "no pro," the LAST thing you should be doing is breeding. I thought that that was SOP, so I guess I'm one of the few that didn't think $1,000 was all that out of line. by EWSIV Thu Mar 06, 2008 5:55 pm, Post And dogs from his kennel are bred very well in my opinion. All times are GMT-8. I am not a breeder but have listened to many on here that are. by markj Wed Mar 05, 2008 12:47 pm, Post After looking at your web site I assume you are talking about German Longhairs and I am not at all familiar with the breed. Third ROU_Xenophobe. Basing price on things like colour is a huge warning flag of backyard breeding/puppy milling in most cases. You do realize that you would be getting a different dog, not a carbon copy of the one you already have right? by cjs180 Wed Mar 05, 2008 8:07 pm, Post Message me NRead More, Healthy Merle Great Dane, 1/2 Euro 1/2 American 140 Lbs, 36" at the withers. Coming Soon, GA_googleFillSlot("TerrificPets_com_300x250_TopLeft_PETS_Forum"), Hi everyone! by phermes1 Wed Mar 05, 2008 3:48 pm, Post Aside from the initial cost of buying a dog from a breeder or rescue, there will be annual fees that will include but are not limited to: Does the size of the dog have an impact on the long-term cost? And I am sure that right now he is the picture of health. Investing in high-quality food can save you money in the long run by keeping your Great Dane healthy and out of the vets office. Other disqualifiers are patches of white, harlequin, or brindle on the chest and toes. You have a reasonably rare breed in this country, have done a great deal of homework, found a well titled dog, coresponded with people in Germany about it and are worring yourself about a hundred bucks? Other than the blood line, what do you know about the dog? Well they have something you want, and have the right to set the price. by romeo212000 Wed Mar 05, 2008 8:16 pm, Post The sire's owner has no further truck with anything the breeder (by definition, the owner of the bitch) does with the resulting puppies. by Don Wed Mar 05, 2008 8:31 pm, Post Never set your dog up to fail - Delmar smith. We were wondering what is the standard fee if one were not getting a pup out of the expected litter? This dog has not been proven, and the stud's owner is also inexperienced with the process. It may sound silly to you "wanting a puppy from him" but he is a very good dog and very smart. Ask MetaFilter is where thousands of life's little questions are answered. What's the dog world coming to.she has an unproven dog and she wants what? This IS an accepted show color. Are you preparing for a Great Dane to enter your life? These simple patches or color dilutions could save someones wallet a few hundred dollars without impacting the health of the dog. If the bitch doesn't take though I do charge $10/day. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); The Happy Puppy Site is a participant in the Amazon EU Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk, The Happy Puppy Site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. by Cora's Shadow Thu Mar 06, 2008 9:08 am, Post Carries double Fawn, Blue and Piebald. Luckily, and as most dog owners will attest to, there is nothing quite like being a dog parent. We charged a $350 fee and got a pup out of the litter (not pick). My vet says I can start breeding him when he is 18 months old. Required fields are marked *. I also realize you only asked for comments concerning breeding/stud fee practices. I'm not sure I understand whether your question is 'given that the usual fee is the salesprice of one puppy, how do I calculate that in advance?' The Great Dane is considered the gentle giant of the dog world. I think, unless a bitch has to be left longer than the week it takes to breed, the fee is included in stud service. check out the. Do you know anything about coat color genetics in Danes, and what color breedings are approved by the. Seems to me also that you have answered your own question. The guy I bought my pup from has a 2.5 year old NSTRA champion and he charges a little over half that. There may also be time limits to your contract so be sure that the female is in heat and ready to mate and be sure to ask about the consequences of an unsuccessful breeding. Your email address will not be published. I haven't bred dogs in several years and I just didn't remember that from when I did. According to a 2013 study done by the ASPCA, the average annual cost to keep smaller dogs is about $580. You will also want to consider your lifestyle. He has a wonderful temperament, height 35 inches, weight 130lbs. They did board my female at the plantation for a few days for free. Please (re)think about it. Growth and Skeletal Development in Great Dane Pups Fed Different Levels of Protein Intake, The Journal of Nutrition, OSullivan, N., R. Robinson, Harlequin Color in the Great Dane Dog, Genetica. Join 6,748 readers in helping fund MetaFilter. I think it's a little over the top myself but then I don't know what the going rate is for the breed. Hearts are done by doppler and sent into the OFA. And try to be prepared. For more ways to prepare yourself for your new puppy, visit us here. I agree with Yaw. This is seen as a diluted version of black and is not one of the eight standard colors accepted for show. The dog is tested already and is from proven lines, just look into some of the advice I PM'd you about. The head breed warden of Gruppe Weser-Ems of the DLV is friends with the owner of von Heek kennel and he (the head breed warden) recently drove to East Germany to pick out a DL puppy (the one pictured in my avatar) and ship her over her to me so I trust a source I consider reliable. He will be yours faithful and true to the last beat of his heart.You owe it to him to worthy of such devotion, While it will always cost more to go through a breeder than a private seller or pet store, you can still find breeders who breed and raise high-quality puppies for a lower price. Cora what breed of dog are we talking here? I prefur to have my Bordeaux with fur instead of a cork and bottle ;). Saddest posts about dogs on the internet. Of course, as we mentioned above, the price will fluctuate depending on whether you want show quality or simply a companion. With that in mind, lets take a look at the average cost of Great Dane puppies. Do you live in an apartment that will charge an extra pet fee? 650 Awesome Poodle Names For Curly Companions, certifying the show quality of parent breeds. But are show quality dogs healthier than pet dogs? Thats way too much for an unproven dog that has never been tied. Do you plan to board your Great Dane during vacations, or hire a dog walking service while you are at work? Pre-pay. by Cora's Shadow Thu Mar 06, 2008 12:06 am, Post The normal fee for an unproven stud dog is normally the amount one can fairly charge for a pet puppy. by wannabe Wed Mar 05, 2008 12:44 pm, Post So, are you financially ready for a Great Dane? Compared to the DK and DD, the genepool for DL's is small in Germany. by Cora's Shadow Wed Mar 05, 2008 12:25 pm, Post While I never charged anything over and above the stud fee, it's not a bad idea! Zion is the sweetest, most loving dog you'll ever meet. Like someone already stated those type things are more breed specific so you would probably be better off asking for opinions from GLP breeders. You're right Don, a hundred bucks is not an issue in the big scheme of things and its silly to worry about it. Show quality puppies are on the higher end and puppies bred purely for companionship are on the lower end. The unfortunate truth is that anyone can breed a puppy, but not everyone understands or even cares about the importance of responsible breeding practices. Larger dogs are also more prone to joint issues which can mean they will need certain supplements in their diets, which can be an added cost to Fidos monthly food budget. Most people who are seeking an outside stud dog for breed improvement are not willing to give up pick puppy. Other than the blood line, what do you know about the dog? Backyard breeding and other underground methods aim to produce as many puppies as possible via the cheapest means. 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