Black Labrador Puppies For Sale
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There are only a few things in life that can make your heart melt like a new puppy, and only a few dog breeds have the charm, cuteness and warmth a Labrador fills your home with. Labs are by far the most popular breed among American families, and this shouldn’t come as a surprise. They are more than cute – they are energetic, obedient, good natured and one of the dog world’s fastest learners. These being said, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that an increasingly high number of dog breeders have black Labrador puppies for sale these days. This article will run you through the steps you need to take when shopping for a new pup.
Black Labrador Retriever Puppies for Sale
Since the demand is huge, a lot of unscrupulous salespeople will try to trick you into buying mix-bred Labs and their usual approach is to offer you a great deal – like the movie says, “an offer you can’t refuse”. Use common sense, if it sounds too good to be true then it is probably a scam. Purebred black Labrador Retriever puppies cost $600 or more – okay, you may be lucky and get one in the $500 range. If you are being asked for anything else, walk away.
About Black Labrador Retriever Breeders
Legitimate breeders who have black Labrador Retriever puppies for sale have invested some money in breeding them. They have spent upwards of $200 a month per parent for food, toys, shampoos, conditioners, training sessions and regular visits to the vet. Multiply that by twelve months and you get $4,800 for a pair, at minimum. A black Labrador Retriever female may give birth to up to twenty puppies a year. The breeder’s breakeven figure is, therefore, at $240 per puppy so far. But wait, there’s more! The first vaccines, if done properly, cost around $150. Then come the puppy’s papers which, again, cost money. Then add unexpected costs – some puppies may get sick within their very first weeks of life. Then…
All in all, the average costs of bringing a black Labrador puppy are around $500, at minimum. The breeder has to make a profit, so don’t expect to be charged anything less than $600. If you see an ad for $500 or so you might want to take a shot at it, but something like $200 is a blatant scam.
A Final Tip
If you are to pick your black Lab from the litter, among many other puppies, don’t necessarily get the first one that gets up and comes towards you. Some of these puppies are, indeed, affectionate and friendly, while others may extremely dominant and aggressive. A pup that watches you calmly and gently from the back of the box isn’t necessarily shy, fearful, ‘dumb’ or anything of the kind. It could be that it will end up being an obedient and a more enjoyable pet than the one who came to you first. Watch them all for half an hour or so, see how they behave, and make an educated decision.
