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[quote=Anonymous]Major red flags. Find a breeder who shows in conformation. Don't trust breeders who charge more for a certain coat color. Breeders should NOT be breeding in order to sell an expensive coat color, they should be breeding for a sound temperament, structure, and health. They shouldn't be marketing dogs as accessories. I think my dog is cute and that is part of why I like him, but you have to draw the line somewhere. I didn't base my final decision on that. His breed comes in many different coat colors and he was what he was (I got a him at 15 months old). If he was the same 15 month old in a different coat color I still would have gotten him. These are not collectors' items and responsible breeders won't market them as such. You need to base your decision on factors other than coat color. THIS IS A LIFETIME COMMITMENT (life of the dog).

It is normal to charge more puppies or young dogs who are show (conformation) prospects. But you're not going to acccidentally buy a show dog. I have never heard of a reputable, respected breeder in my breed that charges more based on color, sex, markings, etc. And I've been in contact with nearly every breeder on the east coast.

I assume people who buy a dog for $25k are rich anyway and don't care if it's "too much", but they should care if they get a dog who isn't right for their family or support a breeding operation that isn't looking out for the best interests of the dogs. 
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