eminart

Ok, let me preface this by saying that I'm very concerned about finding a GOOD breeder. But, does anybody have a suggestion for an "inexpensive" breeder? I understand the costs of being a breeder and I'm not suggesting that a $1500-2000 puppy isn't worth it. I just don't have that kind of money to spend at the moment. I realize I may have to wait until I DO have that kind of money, but I was curious if anyone here knew of an ethical breeder currently selling any pups for less?

Basically, my wife gave me the go ahead to get a dog, but I know she doesn't realize what she's saying. She's thinking in the hundreds of dollars, not thousands. So, I thought I MAY be able to find something a little less expensive. Otherwise, I'm going to have to wait until next year, as much as that kills me.

robinb

I'd save my money and wait. Good breeder's are not making any money even selling pups at $1,500-2,000. In the meantime perhaps you could foster a rescue for a while.

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sorthund

You may be able to get a companion pup for $1,200 from a good breeder, but not less from what I know of.
How about rescuing?

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DobeGirl07

What state do you live in? I am in NC and companion puppies start maybe around $1000 and go up from there. I would save and wait for a quality Doberman, it will be worth the wait in the long run.

clipclop

Companion pups will run you about $1500. Dobes are one of the most expensive breeds to have- my pup is 15 weeks old and has had two tummy infections that have required vet visits... $200 right there... not to mention ear posting supplies etc. Have you considered a rescue?

No matter what, be patient and dont support a BYB... they are always more expensive in the long run

Mackadelic

I got Nino from a BYB for $200. He came full of worms. My vet told me Saturday that he was finally free of parasites. Yeeaaa. If I had to pay $1000 or more on a pup, I definitely would not have any. I also got my boxer from a BYB with no issues. Different Stokes for Different Fokes.

DobeGirl07

I agree with ClipClop, I do not support byb's in anyway shape or form. I just can't see giving money to people who are not contributing to the breed.

eminart

Yeah, I guess I'll have to wait. I was just hoping I could find something along the lines of my last dog (german shepherd dog). I got him from a local breeder for $500. The "breeder" only had one pair of dogs. They were health tested and well cared for. They also had excellent working bloodlines. My dog's grandfather was the #1 or 2 rated schultzhund (sp?) in the world at one point. And the breeder was very specific about who he sold his pups to. But, I suppose shepherds are much more common than Dobes so the price is bound to be less and I did get an extroidinary deal my Luke.

gracieface

you probably have the time to save up enough for a good quality dobe if you go to a reputable breeder, most don't breed often and have waiting lists. I would suggest, unless you decide to go for a rescue, to start the savings now, research out a good breeder and get on their waiting list. by the time your pup is ready you will have the $. and as for being one of the most expensive breeders, far from it! bull dogs start at $2500 and neo mastiffs at $3500.

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DobeGirl07

I personally do not pick my puppy by who has the best deal in town.