How Much Are Blue Merles?

The average pricing of a standard-colored Australian Shepherd from a trustworthy breeder is between $750 to $1,000. If it's a blue merle Aussie puppy, the estimated cost is around $1,500 to $2,500. There are also many factors that affect the price of this dog, such as gender, lineage, and breeder reputation.

Are Blue Merles more expensive?

The bottom line. Merle dogs of any breed are likely to be more expensive than solid-colored dogs, even though a lot of responsible breeders try to change that. Depending on how rare the merle pattern is in the breed and how much the standard price for a puppy is, your merle dog might cost up to $3,000.

Are Blue Merles good dogs?

In some breeds it is part of the breed standard recognized by the American Kennel Club, in other breeds it is a result of outcrossing. Regardless of whether your dog is merle-colored or not, he will be an amazing companion and beautiful specimen of his breed.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.