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5/21/05
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The price varies by region. If you buy from a show breeder, you will typically pay less, and also get a healthier/sounder dog, because show breeders do not breed for money - they breed to get a better dog to keep for themselves. In my area, Missouri, a quality pet sells for $600-$800. I have seen "minis" sell for $1200.
There are so many other factors to consider when purchasing a dog, especially health. Skin problems, entropian, fevers, and hip dysplasia plaque many of the back-yard-breeder dogs, because they breed whatever they have handy. The cost of entropian surgury in my area is $300. Skin problems and fevers are ongoing expenses that can easily run you into the thousands of dollars for a lifetime of treatment.
To find out the questions to ask breeders, visit this site:
www.bonefido.org
Hope this helps,
Mindy Carter
Soshi's Shar-Pei
www.fidnet.com/~mindy
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Mindy
Soshi's Shar-Pei
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11/5/05
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yes those things have to be considered when selling peis our goes for now thats it christmas $1500 to $2000 they have no tacking no skin problems ect.Bloodline are another thing as well championships, color, all play apart in the prices
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Carol
honey bunches of oats kennels
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1/22/06
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You need to look at breed quality and make sure the pups are what is set as standard. Color is a big factor in price as blues are to the high side and fawns to the low. $800.00-$1200.00 or more depending on the breeder and the area they are in and how long they have been breeding.
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Crystal
Frazier Farms Sharpei
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