The Siberian Husky is a majestic and loyal breed and if you’re thinking of buying one you’re probably wondering how much this is going to cost.
In this guide, we’ve given you all the information you’ll need about Husky prices in Australia as well as some details about the costs of caring for one.
On average, you should expect to pay between $600 and $1,300 for Siberian Husky puppies in Australia. This is actually a fairly inexpensive price for such a beautiful breed and is far less than you would expect to pay for many other dogs.
This is largely due to the fact that this breed is very popular which means there are usually plenty of puppies for sale.
If you’d prefer to adopt a Siberian Husky puppy rather than purchasing one from a breeding facility the cost of adoption is usually between $50 and $300. Adopting Siberian Husky pups is a wonderful thing to do as you can be a part of helping these puppies to find their forever homes.
Buying a puppy with a superior pedigree will mean paying above the average price and will cost between $1,400 and $6,000. Pedigree is most important for owners who train their dogs to perform in dog shows.
Husky pups with a pure white coat are extremely rare which makes them more sought after and expensive than Huskies with more common coat colours. The price will depend on the breeder that you get your puppy from and there may be some room for negotiation.
Although it’s not usually too difficult to find Husky puppies for sale in Australia due to their popularity, this can be different depending on the area you live in. If there is a shortage of puppies in your area then the price for a Husky pup will increase.
A reputable breeder will make sure that all of their dogs are microchipped and registered before they go to their new home. Puppy mills and disreputable breeders will not do this.
Good breeders will ensure that all of their puppies are vet checked and are given a health test prior to being sold. This is to make sure that all of their dogs are healthy. Some will even have their dogs DNA tested to check if their parents had any health issues that may be passed on to them.
A reputable breeder will also make sure that their dogs are fully vaccinated and wormed before they are given to their new family. A puppy mill or poor breeder will not have your puppy vaccinated and dewormed in order to save money.
So, keep an eye out for ads for Huskies that are being sold for far less than the usual price and be sure to avoid them.
Huskies have a fairly average appetite when compared to other breeds and feeding them shouldn’t break the bank. If you give them high-quality dog food that’s high in protein you should pay around $40 a month to feed them.
On average, pet parents pay around $60 a month for vet bills. A healthy adult Husky won’t be visiting the vets very often so it shouldn’t cost this much but older dogs and very young ones will most likely be needing to go more often, which will be more expensive.
For most of the year, a Husky requires regular brushing and the occasional bath so other than the necessary grooming tools there shouldn’t be any additional costs.
However, twice a year your Husky will shed heavily and so may need to be taken to a professional groomer. A visit to a professional groomer can cost anywhere between $50 and $100.
Husky dogs are charming and devoted and make wonderful family pets. They don’t cost an awful lot to buy when compared to other dogs and so they are definitely worth the price.
The Husky is actually a pretty affordable pooch in terms of the initial costs of buying one and looking after it long-term. So, you can rest assured knowing that your lovable, new furry friend won’t be too expensive.
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