That price is raised or lowered by the results of the vetting and puppy evaluation (from $4000 to $6000). Rare colors and very small size can effect price. We have our breeding dogs DNA tested and regularly vet exams for ears, eyes, heart, lungs, and patella. Any adult dog failing a vetting is rehomed. Only dogs deemed fit for reproduction are kept and bred.
Our dogs free breed, free whelp, have good instincts and lots of milk. IF NOT...No matter the price we paid or the perceived value of the dog...it is rehomed. We bought an international champion from Italy for a total cost of $7000. It had grade 3 patella, alopecia and almost no teeth. He was unfit for reproduction and was neutered and rehomed. This is what dedication to the breed means.
Soooo...how are adult dogs and puppies evaluated? By our vet and Pat Hastings "Puppy Puzzle", her other structure books and everything below:
