can anyone help me find one that is cheap,cheap,cheap!....milwaukee, wisconsin
2006-12-11 11:56:48 · 14 answers · asked by trey 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I actually spent FOREVER trying to find my husky...an 8 week old puppy cost me $500 USD and a 5 hour drive to a totally different city, but I was able to obtain an AKC registered female for free by looking at the ads at Petsmart....
I'm getting ready to breed them, so, if you still want a puppy by the time they become available, email me and let me know. I charge a fair price for AKC registered dogs, but I will be willing to cut you a deal on my first litter if you don't mind answering a few questions regarding the puppy and yourself. I can suggest in the meantime that you search on puppyfind.com or your local newspaper.
2006-12-11 12:05:27 · answer #1 · answered by Ayame T 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
A puppy from a good breeder will run you 900+. A good breeder is someone who shows or works their stock (IE earns titles or proves that the dogs can do what they where bred to do), does genetic testing to prove health, and is affiliated with not only the Canadian Kennel Club but the national breed club and possibly other local clubs related to their breed. A puppy from a good breeder will come up-to-date on shots. So at 8-10 weeks (eight weeks is the youngest any good breeder will re-home a puppy) you can expect the pup to have it's first and POSSIBLY second set of shots. They will also come on a contract requiring a spay/neuter on pets. This contract will also require you to contact the breeder should you not be able to keep the puppy at ANY time (this includes years down the road) and will have a genetic guarantee of four years or more. I can't tell you about microchip - some breeders include them, some do not. Now, if you want "cheaper" you can always try to find a puppy or young adult from a rescue. That will cost you around 300 or so. Maybe less, maybe more. Often times less. Rescues often have the animal spayed/neutered before adoption and often include the microchip, but they do not have any kind of guarantee on genetic health. Often times they also can't tell you much about the parents (IE conformation, work drive, genetic health, general health, temperament, etc.) So while you would be saving a life - and while rescue dogs often make perfect pets - you would not know anything about this animals background and would be taking a chance on temperament and genetic health. As for other prices.... All new pets need a vet check within 2 days of purchase. So expect 50+ for the first vet check. If puppy is young enough you may have two sets of shots PLUS rabies PLUS lyme (optional) to consider after this check. That may be another 100 or so, though likely less. If you don't adopt then you have to consider spay/neuter - another 60+. Monthly fees for food will be quite high. Not only is the Husky a large breed dog, it is an ACTIVE dog. Means it tends to require more food because it burns off a lot of that nutrition through activity. Plus such a large dog will require the larger doses of heartworm and flea/tick prevention (can't forget about that!) I would say around 60+/month is about right for a large breed. Expect around 500+/year for non-emergency vet care. Boarding, grooming, and emergencies must also be considered. Have you done enough research on this breed? Are you sure you can handle it? 60+ minutes of fast paced work-like activity per day, a lot of mental stimulation, prone to howling, easy to get bored, high shedder..... Not really recommended for a first time owner.
2016-05-23 07:07:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look into rescue shelters in your area. They might have huskies from owners who were not prepared to take care of one. Also, it may not be in your best interest (or the dog's) to buy one for "cheap". Be careful of puppy mills and breeders not interested in the welfare of the dog, who will palm a sick or problem dog off on you.
A quick caveat, however: if cost is an issue, you may want to question your overall ability to take care of a husky. Much less any dog. Remember, the cost of the dog does not just extend to their buying price, but also food, health, grooming and other costs.
2006-12-11 12:05:19 · answer #3 · answered by memetan the conqueror 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my friend has a huskie and she got hers at the pound. It's cheap and ur saving a life! U may not find one but it's worth a shot. Plus when u get there, u might find another dog u want. Dogs at the pound need homes badly.
2006-12-11 12:01:59 · answer #4 · answered by caitig90 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to the pound.There are a lot of huskies and husky mixes that need homes.And they are usually already vaccinated and spayed or neutered,which will save you more money.But remember you will have to put it on heartworm preventative,keep up it's vaccinations,license,good food,etc.There really is no such thing as a "cheap" dog.
2006-12-11 12:03:06 · answer #5 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
how familiar are you with the breed? I have a mix and she is an escape artist and need lots of exercise- these aren't content to be house dogs- they really need to 'work' (they're bred to run for miles and haul stuff) and we had to build a special fence reinforcement to keep her safe because she could jump over a 6 foot wooden fence without a second thought. if you still think you want one, go online and find a husky rescue. these dogs really need homes
2006-12-11 12:04:46 · answer #6 · answered by count scratchula 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to petfinder.com and search for siberian huskys in your area. It will bring up all the huskys in animal shelters near you that are in need of a good home.
2006-12-11 12:05:08 · answer #7 · answered by Stark 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are expensive to feed and take care of. Since cost is a big issue with you. You'd probably be better off with something smaller.
2006-12-11 11:59:46 · answer #8 · answered by troubled 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
When it comes to pure bred dogs, you'll usually get what you pay for. Try a rescue group.
2006-12-11 11:58:56 · answer #9 · answered by JS820 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get one from the animal shelter
2006-12-11 12:04:14 · answer #10 · answered by Bear Naked 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋