Pure bred boxer pups?

Question

I saw an ad for boxer pups (love boxers) but the price was $550. Is this a normal price?? Seems high. Thanks!

Answer 1

I would find out what kind of blood line they come from and make sure they have had shots and wormed. See proof also, breeders will believe it or not lie to you. Know from experiance.
Where I live, which is Missouri, that price is right, they can even go up to 1000 or more. It depends on the blood line of the boxer.

Answer 2

Since you live in Australia each State has a controlling dog body for example in Victoria it is the VCA and the lilst goes on.Only they can issue breeders registration papers for pure bred dogs.The breeder will have a prefix and breeds under that.If you want a pet you should go for what is called limited register which simply means you are getting a registered pet and the papers are pink and give you the father and mother and 2 further generations of its ancestors who all have titles,names and numbers.If you inend breeding or showing you have to get blue papers on Main Register but l can assure you you won't be able to get these as most breeders protect their breeding and show stock carefully and also charge far far more for Main register.The reputable breeders who belong to these bodies which are basically governed by the ANKC (Australia) and must provide you with the registration paper,immunization certificate and microchip no papers.Some breeders may insist on you signing a contract agreeing to de-sex the dog you have and sometimes these also include health guarantees,thats up to the breeder you choose.No-one can give you a lifetime guarantee but they can give you a lifetime backup so you can come back to the breeder for help and if the dog is not suitable it must be returned to the breeder in question.A pedigree sheet can be whipped up on any computer but this is a backyard breeder and avoid these people as some of them have managed to sneak into the governing bodies but they do not test their animals for hereditary diseases and most breeders will also prpovide you with these certificates if you are getting a breed that has hereditary problems like eyes,skin,HD and the list is endless.l do not know what you mean by CKC as that is the Canadian governing body and not one in Australia that is recognized.There you are,registration papers,pink or blue,diet sheets,health sheets,contracts and a backup is what you need so do not setttle for less as if you take short cvuts you will not get a pure bred dog no matter how much someone may try and convince you.There are occasions where a breeder has a contract with you that when you de-sex the puppy you get at around 7 mths you will then get the registration papers and they will show you the papers and demand a vet certificate as proof that you have done the right thing.There is nothing wrong with this except some governing bodies are not too keen on these practices but it is still acceptable and legal,Hope l have helped.If you are lookiing for a particular breed you can look up Dogzonline on the internet and you will find some breeders but be selective do not just choose one as that person has a lot to say about their dogs and the site looks pretty.Visit several breeders and look at their dogs as well as puppies.If they are Show people and they should be or l would not touch them ask about awards,ribbons etc.Your States governing body will also have a website so you may find a breeder there. l could recommend a good reliable breeder for boxers but l do not know what State you live in and how far you wish to travel.One hint do not buy a white boxer as the genuine boxer people euthanize them for good reasons.Goodluck.

Answer 3

DO NOT BUY FROM A PAPER. I cannot stress that enough. While I am sure there are some great people out there selling puppies my personnel experience says that most people think that if they have a pure bred dog or one of each sex for that matter they just have to breed them. This is called breeding for the wrong reason. Look in a dog fancy mag, Call a couple breeders in your local area, if their price is to high they may know someone who is a good person to buy from and sell one cheaper. It also depend on what you want it for. If you just want a pet the breeder has no use for a pet quality dog and really only cares that you are a suitable person to have one of their dogs. they may ask alot of questions but don't get discouraged. If you truelly love these dogs you should expect that. you may have to sign a contract and such but the good thing is you will know that you are getting a great dog that should have no health problems and if it does a breeder who cares and wants to know. these people do this because they love these dogs not for money. most breeders will tell you they actually make very little money in selling their dogs. it is for the love. GO TO A BREEDER. not in the paper otherwise.

Answer 4

My friend who is a breeder sells show quality pups for $1500-2000. You may want to get some history on the person who is selling them.

Answer 5

Yes. And that is for cheap backyard bred ones. Boxers bred by good breeders who offer health clearences on the breeding dogs and offer a health guarantee and other things like that cost more.
You get what you pay for!!!!!!!!

Answer 6

I would say that is a good price if they are registered, and according to where you live. Usually in big cities, pups cost more.

Answer 7

yes that's a good price here in NY i have seen them sell for as much as 750.

Answer 8

Get one through a rescue.

Rescue one until there's none!

Answer 9

You never heard the old saying"You get what you pay for"??? Brain up,check around,ask questions(AKC reg.?), do your homework.

Answer 10

BUY THEM!!!! THOSE THINGS USUALLY RUN ABOUT 800 OR MORE!!!!!