Ownership Period
Health-Tested Puppy
$36,800
Total over 10 years
Untested / $500 Puppy
$56,550
Total over 10 years
A health-tested puppy saves you $19,750 over 10 years
Lower vet bills, fewer emergencies, and no surprise genetic conditions more than offset the higher upfront price.
Year-by-Year Cost Comparison
Why "Cheap" Puppies Cost More
The most common regret among dog owners isn't the breed they chose — it's where they got the dog. A $500 puppy from an untested source often costs more in the first year alone than a $3,000 health-tested puppy, once you account for emergency vet visits, parasites, and genetic conditions that could have been prevented.
Hip dysplasia surgery costs $3,500–$7,000 per hip.JLPP (Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis) is fatal and 100% preventable with a $65 DNA test.Cardiac conditions require lifelong medication at $200+/month. These are the hidden costs of skipping health testing.
A reputable breeder's price includes OFA certifications, genetic panels, vaccinations, microchip, health guarantee, and lifetime support. You're not paying more — you're paying differently.
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Our puppies come from fully health-tested parents with champion bloodlines. Every penny goes toward giving your puppy the best possible start in life.