Can you negotiate the price of a puppy when the breeder has already asked for a certain amount? Or is it generally a fixed price? I just want to know what is normally done.
For example- I'm interested in a maltese puppy. The breeder I'm interested has priced them at 1250, which I think is a tad too much. I would give 900-1000.
2007-11-17 09:12:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Personally, anyone attempting to "bargain" with me over a puppy (a life that I created and am now responsible for for the rest of its life) is going to be shown the door. I ask the median price for pups of my dog's background and pedigree. I make no apologies for the price. In nearly 20 years of breeding I've made money exactly once and it was a whole 19 cents an hour.
Frankly, I'd find it insulting. I have had the "pleasure" of not selling a pup to someone who found it to be too expensive.. several years later they called me back to purchase a pup as the less expensive pup they'd purchased had dropped dead of a heart ailment at the age of 3.
I have, however, been known to give dogs to the best home, to set up payment plans etc.
What makes you think the breeder is overcharging?
If you can buy the same quality pup, raised in the same way for less money... ...
What I know about my own pups is that noone I know raises them as well.
2007-11-17 09:24:51 · answer #1 · answered by animal_artwork 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Usually there is a set price for the puppy.
I mean if it is a good breeder then they put a lot of sweat, tears, time and hard work into their dogs and that is only a fair price to charge honestly.
Quality dogs cost more you want better quality you got to pay more.
It is the same with everything in life.
For example:
Get something cheap, such as a cheap toaster or microwave and who knows how long it will last or when it will break down.
But buy something that is more expensive, has a warranty and that has a better motor in it will last longer in the long run.
The better quality dog is going to cost more because the parents have been genetic tested and the breeder is putting a lot into their dogs.
The genetic tests, shows, and other things aren't cheap.
Honestly if that is the price from a good reputable breeder who is breeding to better the breed and testing for genetic conditions then that isn't a bad price. Ask to see the genetic tests and the results of them.
If this person isn't a good breeder then DON"T buy from them. They are just in it for the money.
2007-11-17 18:54:32 · answer #2 · answered by Silver Moon 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The prices are fixed you are not on lets make a deal. The breeder stated their price either you can afford to pay that much or you can't. and if you can't why waste the time of a breeder with such nonsense. If you don't have money for such a purchase what makes you think you will have money for the care of this animal??
2007-11-18 01:34:14 · answer #3 · answered by Jean R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The price of a puppy reflects the puppy itself. People who breed are responsible for breeding healthy dogs. Making sure all vaccinations are current on the pup as well as taking very good care of the parents. If you go to the breeder and see that it's a nice place, all the dogs are well fed and taken care of, then you are probably getting a good pup. Also, most of these more expensive pups are registered with the AKC. Papers cost more money.
If you don't care about papers, then you can find them with out for much less.
You can also go online to a rescue group for that breed of dog and rescue or adopt one. You may not get a puppy, but you will have a wonderful healthy dog.
2007-11-17 17:24:41 · answer #4 · answered by missduoglide 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
well, I think that if you can't afford the asking price for a quality pup then you should wait and save more money or you could end up getting a pup with lotsf health issues and paying tons more on vet bills later on. Hope this helps.
2007-11-17 18:47:36 · answer #5 · answered by Melanie T 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some will take a lower price, especially if it's the last one left in a litter. Never hurts to about when you think of the extra $200-300 over the life time of a pup, it's not that much.
2007-11-17 17:31:21 · answer #6 · answered by squeaky130 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Most reputable breeders have set price for a pup. You will notice price variations normally and this has to do with the quality of the pups they have available.
2007-11-17 17:28:09 · answer #7 · answered by bear 2 zealand © 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would simply mention that you found another puppy of the same kind for a lesser price and ask her if she matches, or what makes her puppy worth the higher price. Most breeders aren't going to budge but it's worth a shot huh!
2007-11-17 17:18:33 · answer #8 · answered by *ashley* 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You can always try to negotiate. You might also want to shop around to see what other breeders of Maltese ask for puppies.
2007-11-17 17:22:09 · answer #9 · answered by Richard B 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Most breeders will not haggle prices with anyone. They have their set price and that's it.
If you find a breeder who is willing to haggle I'd walk away from this breeder because no good and reponsible breeder I know will ever discount a puppy price once they have it set.
If you can't afford the asking price than I'd wait and save until you can afford one from a great breeder.
Once I set my prices that was it. I didn't look to kindly on people who tried to get me to lower my price. It takes alot of time and great effort to produce a quality dog and then pups. That takes money for the breeder to do too.
2007-11-17 17:20:06 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 3⤊ 4⤋