2007-02-14 06:49:29 · 16 answers · asked by muichui 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This westie has won 2 majors and only has dietary issues (fish based food only) so the original owners decided it was best to not breed him. He's definitely a gorgeous dog and well tempered. What do you think?
2007-02-14 08:32:49 · update #1
Getting 2 majors on your dog is like being an inch from the finish line. Why didn't they finish his championship? Weird.
Anyway - no that isn't a bad price at all. If you want to show him to his championship, he is almost there.
The only thing is, although he now only needs "minor" points - Westies are a difficult breed to groom for the show ring! If you are inexperienced, it could take you a LONG time to get those last few points.
Ask the seller if they think he is finishable - if you even care about finishing his championship. Then if you & the breeder agree that he can finish, and you want him to finish, you should hire a handler who is experienced with terriers to show him to his final points.
If you don't care about showing him - then $1,000 is a very good price for a two year old - he is still a very young dog. Even for a pet, $1,000 is quite reasonable for a Westie or any well bred dog.
2007-02-14 07:54:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't because I am not a big fan of Westies, but it probably is not a bad price. You may want to tell how many points that it has (I am assuming it is with AKC) because 2 majors can be 6-10 points (or if you are purchasing ask the seller).
I just checked my local newspaper and there are non-registered Westie puppies for $550, so I would say that $1000 for that Westie is a really good deal. Just be sure there is nothing wrong with it that would make the person sell it so cheap.
2007-02-14 06:53:41 · answer #2 · answered by iluvmyfrenchbulldogs 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Why would they be selling it to you??? That dog is almost at his championships and a dog like that would not be rehomed unless (1) the dog had a significant problem and could not be finished, (2) the home it was going to had experience in showing and the owner trusted this new home to finish the championship or (3) there was some kind of life changing event in the owners life making it impossible for them to continue showing the dog. Since you're not sure how much this dog should cost the I think we can rule you out on #2. So either there's a significant problem in getting this dog's championship finished (meaning the dog probably should not be bred and therefore not worth $1000) or there is a problem that the owner is having in their life in which case the dog would be a good deal.
2007-02-14 07:01:23 · answer #3 · answered by SC 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am the Westie's biggest fan and work with a Westie Rescue group. Therefore, the show thing isn't important to me. However, it pretty much depends on what you intend to do with the dog. If you are going for a championship, and that's what you are into, it is probably a great price. Remember to let it sit on your lap and love it with all your heart. They are wonderful little dogs, with or without the ribbons!
2007-02-14 07:01:03 · answer #4 · answered by Bev 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why are they selling him? Did he get the 2 majors early, and has been being shown without wins lately? If so, he may not be maturing into a show specimin. If he has gotten the 2 majors recently, he may have matured slower & is now ready to win. If you are buying him to continue showing towards a championship title, these are important things to question. If you do not plan on finishing him, then it is up to you - if he is a good quality, healthy dog you plan on having as a pet, that would be fine.
2007-02-14 07:15:20 · answer #5 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If I wanted one, then yes I would. I am about to pay $1800 for a pure breed Irish Wolfhound puppy, about 10 weeks old. It is from two championship parents, whom have both won several major awards each, and have breeding rights as well as the option to show if I wish. Not too bad for $1800 I think.
2007-02-14 07:00:49 · answer #6 · answered by dragondave187 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't, because I'm not a big fan of purebreds, and terriers really aren't my thing. But if he's healthy and has a good temperament, it might be a pretty good price.
Just please don't buy him if you think you're getting a "good deal". Chances are that the dog is NOT going to make you money, the breed might be unsuitable for your lifestyle, and the dog might not have a very nice temperament. Do lots of research on the breed and the individual dog.
2007-02-14 07:06:33 · answer #7 · answered by Steel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are interested in showing the dog well then it may be a good price, but it seems rather high to me. We had one a few years back and he cost us $450...no majors won.
2007-02-14 07:04:57 · answer #8 · answered by Maryann D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to continue to show him- then yes.
If he's just a pet- then no WAY!! I would get a dog from the shelter and donate the rest of the money to the shelter and probably get a nicer dog.
2007-02-14 07:03:12 · answer #9 · answered by talkingboutmygirl 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hell yeah! that is a very good price esspecialy already trained with two championships, most breeders would be lucky to find a purebred westie pup for under $1000!!!
2007-02-14 06:57:16 · answer #10 · answered by brooke 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋