in my area you would have to charge around 850 to find them a safe and permanent home ... even the shelter would charge 500-700 for small, pure bred puppies because they will be otherwise sold for profit ...
I know it is awful to charge this much ... when regular breeders in the area charge $2000 and up for their dogs - $400 puppies are considered a bargain ...and many people will calculate the profits ...
You could offer prospective owners that they could put 200 or more into a vet care account at a veterinarian of their choice tied to the puppy instead of paying you the full amount ... it will keep the bargain hunters away ... and those evil people looking for new " breeding machines" for their mills ...
otherwise spay and neuter those babies before they go ...
I think the " they are mill puppies and therefore bad quality " shouldn't deter you ... have the vet certify their health - I have seen many " registered quality" yorkies with health issues and I happen to own a little mill puppy who is not only in great health but also has great joints and a wonderful conformation despite not being registered and coming from a rather awful place ... In fact my vet keeps telling me about all the health issues of the micro teacup puppies that a local lady sells for 2500 and more. My 4lb regular sized mill puppy ( adult size is estimated to be around 5-6lb might not have papers but she is very healthy compared to those pricy minuscules! |