What is a realistic German Shepherd puppy price in 2022?

This is a tough question since German Shepherd's are consistently 

 around the world. On one hand this means they are very widespread, and there are many rescues and breeders. More puppies available typically results in a more reasonable price point. 

However, there is a reason GSDs are so popular. 

 as loyal family companions, who can also be trained to the highest level, and are oftentimes used in police work. The combination of trainability, eagerness to please, seriousness in their work, yet delicate nature that can be perfect for families, is not something that can be said for all dog breeds. 

Perhaps no other dog varies in price as much- you can expect to see starting prices for GSD puppies at a couple hundred dollars, all the way up to $8,000 for a puppy from championship pedigrees.

average price for a GSD puppy to be ~$1300

However, our recommendation is to set your pricing expectations higher for a healthy puppy from a reputable breeder. In this case the 

price for an 8 week old german shepherd puppy will be from $1300 - $2500.

The majestic white german shepherd typically runs a higher price point because it is more rare. We don't have enough data, but it is a safe bet to assume that the starting price for a white German Shepherd is around the high point for a regular GSD. In other words, budget in the range of 

$1800 to $4000 for white german shepherd puppy.

correlation of increased google searches and adoptions of white german shepherds and huskies

 during the first couple of seasons of Game of Thrones due to the "White Dire Wolves". 

The majestic white 'dire wolves' from GOT were actually white Northern Inuit dogs that were doubled in size on the greenscreen 

There is no doubt that the white dire wolves were both cute and magical. But that's no reason to adopt a dog. Anyone interested should take the 

 to ensure they have a good fit with a german shepherd. 

Black German shepherds are as rare as white german shepherds, and therefore fetch a higher price point. Expect to pay up to $3,000 for a black german shepherd puppy from a reputable breeder. 

The long coat german shepherd is not as rare as the black and white. The price is about on par with a standard GSD, or slightly higher, as they are not quite as common. 

Can I expect to find $500 german shepherd puppies?

This would be the absolute starting price from any reputable breeder. It is probably possible to find a breeder selling german shepherds at this price point, but they most likely know they can easily increase the cost for their GSD puppies, but have other motives. Some breeders do it purely out of the love for preserving the health of the breed. 

At any price point under $500, the puppies are most likely from a "backyard breeder". This is really just terminology for anyone who had puppies and is selling them. It's important to not make generalizations here as there is huge variety. In the best case scenario the puppy can come from a family who plans on starting a very reputable professional breeding program but just happens to be in their first year or two. On the other side of the spectrum it can be from someone who accidentally had puppies, and you should do research to see the parents of the litter to ensure it is a purebred puppy if that is what you are looking for. 

How much does a german shepherd cost per month?

There are 4 big factors that lead to the "it depends" answer here: 

Of course, each of these 4 can vary widely. Since the german shepherd is a high energy dog, we will assume that you need occasional help with walking- about $100 / month. And since the german shepherd needs a challenge, and to be stimulated mentally, we will also make the assumption that you will enroll in occasional group obedience courses, at about $100 / month. We will also assume that you won't ever take your pup for professional grooming or have the need for pet sitting. 

There are also 4 standard costs, which for a german shepherd puppy we can estimate as follows: 

Throw in a little for toys, and small miscellaneous expenses and our estimate is that a healthy

 german shepherd puppy will cost $345 / month.  

This did budget in some training and dog walking, but also assumes that there will be no budget towards dog grooming or pet sitting. There are also the large costs associated with traveling with your pup, and getting medical care for emergencies or genetic disorders. With any of these factors, the price for a GSD puppy can easily go up to $7,000 / year, and is what we would recommend to use as the number when financial planning.

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Is there such thing as a small husky? "Wouldn't a smaller version of a 

This question is more common than you think. And if you too are looking for a mini husky the bad news is that this variation of the breed does not exist. The good news is that there is a completely separate breed that is more commonly mistaken as a "mini husky" than anything else. 

Huskies are typically between 40 and 70 pounds, while the

 typically weights 1 - 20 pounds. Klee Kais also need a lot of exercise just like huskies, but are indeed better for apartment living. Obviously they are smaller, but they also don't need quite as much of the intense exercise as huskies do. Overall they can be more manageable, but don't let that fool you into thinking they are not a demanding breed as well. Alaskan Klee Kais are smart, energetic, and need a strong willed leader.

Klee Kais can have stunning blue eyes, and just like their husky counter parts, can oftentimes have two different colored eyes

Once again, just like their husky counter-parts, the Klee Kai is a natural athlete. Yet they are even more well suited for agility events, because of their small size and agility, and high level focus. 

Is there such thing as a mini husky? 

What food your dog can and cannot eat is oftentimes a highly debated subject. Carrots are one of those few foods that you will be hard-pressed to find opposite viewpoints on, when it comes to whether or not your dog can safely consume them.

Make sure they are well washed to remove pesticides, and you are good to go. They can go in a stew, as a raw snack, or even just added as an additional ingredient to your dog's normal kibble. Carrots have a good complement of vitamins that most kibbles tend to score 'low' on. Carrots are high in potassium, fiber, and Vitamin A 

Carrots are also incredibly convenient- you can prepare them in any way, and there is no stress of over cooking or under cooking. In fact, they can even be consumed raw as a treat by your pup. Since they are hard they can help when a puppy is teething, or even just to give your adult dog stress relief as they bite through it. The hard texture of carrots can also help the dog's gums, and overall dental health. 

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