Why do QUALITY purebred puppies cost so much?
That is a valid question, especially for families with tight budgets who are contemplating the addition of a purebred dog to the family. First off, when it comes to dogs, you must throw out the old adage: “You get what you pay for;” because that is not always true when it comes to purebred dogs. Example: If you look at the “purebred” dogs available at a typical pet store you will see prices ranging anywhere from $500-$1,200 and up. In our area, pet store (PUPPY MILL!!) Bostons are priced right at $1,200; which, by the way, is just under the price of a very good quality, show-prospect male puppy! Does that mean you are getting $1,200 worth of quality dog? No!! Most likely it means you are getting a puppy of very questionable pedigree, compromised health, with no early handling by loving people, and little or no veterinary care. These puppies have spent their first weeks of life in wire cages. Most will end up with many medical and behavioral problems as a result of such inhumane treatme
