Siberian Husky Price Guide (Puppies & Adults) & Ownership Costs

The distinctively handsome Siberian Husky is well-renowned worldwide for its impressive plush coat. Available in several different colors and marking combinations, the Siberian Husky has intense blue or multi-colored eyes that are beautifully off set by their “mask” markings. A breed developed in Siberia, the Siberian Husky closely resembles the appearance of a wolf. Active, agile, and highly intelligent, the Siberian Husky is an athletic working breed with a penchant for mischief and escapism.

If you’re thinking of adding a Siberian Husky to your family, you’re likely interested in how much you can expect to pay for your new canine pal.

How Much is a Siberian Husky Puppy? $600-$2500+

When it comes to purchasing a Siberian Husky puppy, you will find that there is a wide disparity in prices. If you opt to purchase a puppy or young adult from a reputable breeder, you will likely pay a very different price than if you adopt from a shelter or rescue or even take your chances on a local online marketplace.

There are many different variables that combine to determine the price you will pay for your dog, but it is important to note that as with most purchases in life, you do get what you pay for. Price is not necessarily a good indication of quality; however, most often, puppies and adults with a higher price tag are the product of breeders whose focus has been thoughtful pedigrees, health and temperament testing, and the proper care and expenses involved in the appropriate raising of socially well-adjusted, healthy puppies.

Ranked the 12^th most popular breed in the United States, many people are interested in adding a Siberian Husky to their home. When a breed increases in popularity, sometimes prices will rise since the dog type is in high demand. However, most reputable breeders remain steadfast in their pricing, only making incremental increases when their own costs for breeding, whelping, and raising the litter rise.

Most often, Siberian Huskies are moderately priced. However, if you are hoping to purchase a Husky to show, you can expect to pay considerably more money. Of course, there are many more expenses involved in owning a Siberian Husky than the initial purchase price. Among the future expenditures you will need to prepare for are such things as veterinary care, vaccinations, training, grooming, food, toys, and much, much more.

How Much Does a Siberian Husky Cost? $600-$5000+

When seeking to purchase a Siberian Husky, the dog’s age will often be reflected in the price. A breed of moderate popularity in the United States, Siberian Husky puppies and young adults will be more highly sought after, making their purchase price higher in some cases.

Husky crosses are also quite popular, and if you are very fortunate, you may be able to find one in a shelter or rescue. On occasion, breed specific rescues may receive purebred puppies and adults into their care that you could consider adopting.

Companion Siberian Husky Puppies=$600-$2000

The average purchase price for a pet quality Siberian Husky puppy from a reputable breeder may be as low as $600 or as high as $2000 and in some cases even more. Though pet puppies are in no way any less special than those selected for breeding or the show ring, they are typically available for a lower price. The most commonly seen amount charged for a companion Siberian Husky pup is between $1000 and $2000.

Show Potential Husky Puppies=$2500-$5000+

When selling a show potential puppy, the breeder is taking a big risk. Their kennel name is attached to the puppy for the life of the dog, and thus, every time the dog is entered in a show or performance event, the connection is made back to him or her. Because the breeder will be judged on the basis of her breeding program and most often show quality puppies are sold with breeding rights, they are more expensive to purchase. In many breeds, show quality puppies are significantly more money than their pet siblings.

Typically, show prospect Husky puppies range in price from $2500 to $5000 and more. Show potential puppies are not guaranteed to remain show quality as they mature. Since much occurs during the puppy’s development phases, it is quite possible that a puppy with show potential at age 8 weeks does not develop as expected, and thus, is unsuited to life as a show dog. Most breeders provide a contract to address issues like this if they occur which may stipulate that the puppy must be returned for a refund or a replacement.

In some cases, breeders will sell puppies as show potential prospects, but they offer no guarantee if the pup does not turn out as expected. Typically, when this happens, the breeder charges less for the puppy as you are assuming the risk yourself that the pup, when fully mature, may not be suited to the activity you had hoped to do with him or her.

Guaranteed Show Quality Siberian Huskies (Older Puppies and Young Adults)=$5000+

Though not all breeders offer this service, some are willing to sell dogs they will guarantee as show quality. When a breeder does this, they are making a promise to you that the dog is a good representative of the breed and does not possess any overt faults that would hinder the dog’s success in the show ring. Because the breeder is providing a guarantee, the price tag for the dog is more expensive.

Most often, a guaranteed show quality Siberian Husky is $5000 or significantly more. Since the breed is well liked by judges, it takes a very high-quality specimen to stand out from the crowd. Finding a dog of this caliber is rare, and thus, the price is higher. Most often, guaranteed show quality Huskies are young adult dogs.

Retired Adult Siberian Huskies=$350-$1000

When a breeder retires one of their dogs from the show or performance ring or their breeding program, they sometimes make these dogs available to suitable homes. In some cases, breeders will charge the same price as they would for a pet puppy. However, most often, breeders will require the new owner to pay the cost of the dog’s spay or neuter only in lieu of a fee for the dog, an expense that may run from $350 to $1000.

Rescue or Shelter Puppies and Adults=$50-$1000

Sometimes you will luck out and find a Siberian Husky puppy or adult available for adoption at a shelter or rescue. Rescues and shelters most often charge an adoption fee ranging from $50 to $750 for adults while puppies are priced at $750-$1000.

If you have no success finding a purebred Siberian Husky via a rescue or shelter, you may be blessed to find a Husky cross that would be a great addition to your home.

Senior Siberian Huskies (8+)=$350-$500

Senior Huskies make for the most wonderful pets. Having less energy than younger Huskies, they are ideally suited to people who love the breed but who no longer have the energy to keep up with the spiritedness and mischievousness of a younger dog. Generally speaking, most shelters and rescues will offer senior Huskies for adoption for a fee ranging between $350 and $500. Seniors are most often defined as 8 years of age or older.

Service Dogs=Not recommended

Some dogs are not uniquely suited to work as service or therapy dogs. This is often true of working breeds who are high drive and prized for their independent spirit. This is definitely true of the Siberian Husky. The breed is very versatile; however, it is not well suited to work as a service or therapy dog.

Should I Get a Male or a Female Siberian Husky?

Gender will sometimes play a role in how much you will pay for a Siberian Husky puppy though not always. Choosing between a male and a female Husky is often simply a matter of personal preference. However, breeders are quick to point out that there are some significant differences between the two genders. A quick comparison illustrates this well:

Females

1. Calmer disposition
2. Displays more maturity at an earlier age
3. Sensible minded
4. Easier to train
5. Prone to shyness
6. Somewhat introverted
7. Prone to mood swings
8. Less accident prone

Males

1. More forceful personality
2. Remains emotionally immature longer
3. Prone to personality quirks
4. More challenging and resistant to training
5. More naturally social
6. Outgoing
7. Laidback
8. More accident and injury prone

Why Purchase a Purebred Siberian Husky?

Though many people balk at what they feel is a much higher price tag to purchase a Siberian Husky from a reputable breeder, there are many advantages to be gained. Puppies purchased from a breeder come with a lifetime of support and often a health guarantee. Since breeders invest a great deal of time, love, and money into their puppies, you are not just buying a puppy from them; you are buying a dog that has been very carefully and lovingly bred and raised.

Reputable breeders of purebred Siberian Huskies devote their lives to trying to produce Huskies that come as close as they possibly can to the breed standard in form, function, and temperament. A breed standard is essentially the image of what the perfect Siberian Husky should look and act like. By endeavoring to get as close to this standard as possible, breeders are able to produce puppies of sound structure, with the ability to do the job they were intended to do, and that have temperaments that are appropriate for the breed. Through the studying of pedigrees and careful evaluation of their own puppies and adult dogs, breeders are able to determine areas in which they can improve, so their dogs can inch closer and closer to the perfect ideal outlined in the breed standard.

A dog that has correct structure is a dog that can do its job without succumbing to injury. This is very important not just in show and working dogs but also in pets. But structure is only one piece of the puzzle when it comes to the overall picture of a healthy dog. Since all breeds are predisposed to some genetic health conditions, thorough health testing of all breeding stock is an absolute must. By doing this, breeders are able to eliminate dogs from their breeding programs that may pass on genetic illness to future generations.

Reputable breeders place a high emphasis on performing the appropriate health tests for their breed. If you are uncertain what these are, they can be found on the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals or by searching the Siberian Husky Club of America, Inc’s website. These tests provide assurance that dogs being considered for use in breeding are free from the most common genetic problems affecting the breed. Once the testing is completed, many breeders opt to list their dogs’ results on the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals website, a public database.

Breeders who are very serious about producing only the healthiest puppies will often offer a health guarantee. This guarantee can give you great peace of mind that should you encounter any health problems with your Husky puppy that support is available to you through your breeder. Some breeders will also provide financial compensation in the event a genetic problem is discovered in your puppy. So, yes, buying a purebred puppy from a reputable breeder will cost you more money; however, you will reap benefits that cannot be measured in dollars and cents.

Mixed breed puppies are every bit as adorable and loving as purebreds. However, without specific knowledge of the genetics behind the parent and grandparent dogs, it is impossible to really know what you may encounter in the future. Unfortunately, mixing breeds unites unlike gene pools, leading to puppies that may get all of the best traits of the parents, but they may also get all of the worst traits too. Most often, the result is somewhere in between; a decent mixture.

Though some mixed breeds are purpose bred, many are not. If the sole intent behind a breeding is to make money or to simply sell off pups that are the result of an oops pairing, the health and care of the mother dog and her puppies is unlikely to be a priority for the breeder. This leaves you with no guarantee as to the future health of your puppy or even a reasonable idea of what your pup may look and act like when fully grown. It is a gamble at best.

In many cases, the breeders of mixed breed dogs lack the experience and the interest to provide any support for you and your puppy once the financial transfer is complete. Should your puppy become ill, you won’t have the support of a breeder with the expertise to help you, and in most cases, an inquiry into the health history of the parent dogs will not yield any fruitful results. You may be left stumped as to what is happening with your puppy and why.

However, all dogs deserve good homes, whether mixed breed or purebred. It would also be unfair to say that all mixed breed dogs eventually become ill from preventable health problems. You just need to understand up front that it is a greater risk to purchase a dog with mixed parentage or from unknown origins than to acquire one from a reputable breeder. Should you decide adoption is the route for you, it is a good idea to invest in some health insurance as security in case illness should occur at any point.

Siberian Husky puppies from reputable breeders will often come with the paperwork required for you to register them with the American Kennel Club. Some breeders opt to register the puppy prior to his or her take home date, allowing you to choose your dog’s registered name. Many breeders prefer to provide you with all of the documentation you need about your pup’s litter to be able to register the pup yourself at the time of your choosing and at your own expense.

American Kennel Club registration does offer you some benefits. One of the most popular programs available to AKC registered dogs and their owners is AKC Reunite. AKC Reunite keeps track of microchip information. Should your dog ever become lost or stolen, AKC Reunite can help you track him or her down. AKC also offers perks to dog owners such as discounts on merchandise and pet insurance policies.

If you are purchasing a pet only, you may not care if your dog is registered with the AKC or not. However, this registration is required if you wish to compete in shows or performance events. To be qualified for registration with the AKC, your Siberian Husky puppy must be the product of two AKC registered parents.

Does Location Make a Difference When It Comes to Price?

There is no question that certain areas of the country will express a greater demand for Siberian Huskies than others, and that in turn, affects price. However, because the Husky has a thick double coat, there are certain areas of the United States where this dog type is rarely seen due to its year-round hot temperatures.

Areas in the United States where very few Huskies are seen may suffer from very limited demand. As a result, their prices are often lower than in states where breeders consistently have long waiting lists that they cannot, and don’t try, to satisfy. Research indicates that Illinois and Michigan list lower prices for their Husky puppies ($600-$1400) with Virginia ($2500-$5000) on the highest end of the spectrum.

Another thing that may affect the ultimate cost for a puppy is the expenses a breeder must pay to breed, whelp, and raise a litter well. This can also be dependent upon location. Items like AKC registration are a set fee that does not change from state to state. However, there are other costs that are not regulated such as vaccinations, microchips, puppy food, veterinary care, health certificates, whelping expenses, and prenatal care that are variable.

The number of puppies produced in a litter as well as whether or not a c-section was required also plays an impact on pricing. In cases where the breeder also owns the stud dog, puppies may be slightly less expensive than if the breeder had to fly their female across the country, pay an expensive stud fee, and do progesterone testing and artificial insemination to yield a litter.

Siberian Husky Price List by Location (US State)

Virginia	$2500-$5000
Pennsylvania	$1500-$1800
Michigan	$850-$2500
New York	$900-$2500
Ohio	$1000-$1500
Kentucky	$1200-$3000
Illinois	$3000-$3500
Wisconsin	$700-$1400
Vermont	$1800-$2500
DC	$1200-$2500

Interesting Facts About Siberian Husky Prices

Most expensive variations	Chocolate
Rarest	Chocolate
Most popular	Black and White, Splash

Siberian Husky Ownership Costs

Dog food (kibble)	$250
Dog food (raw)	$350
Dog treats and chews	$100
Toys	$100
Grooming	$0
Vet	$0-200
Health Insurance	$50-75

The purchase price of a new puppy is only a small fraction of what you will pay throughout the lifetime of your best canine pal. Siberian Huskies typically live between 11 and 14 years, meaning you have a lot of fun and bills in your future together. Here is an approximate breakdown of what you can expect to pay for your dog:

Puppy supplies=$650+

Puppy supplies is a broad term that refers to anything from training treats to a leash and collar, a crate, pee pads, and even toys. Making a conservative estimate, you can expect to pay approximately $650+ for these items.

Puppy vaccinations=$250

Before your puppy leaves its breeder’s home, the pup will have been given its first vaccination in the three-vaccination series. The next two vaccinations plus deworming will be your responsibility. The cost for these services is approximately $250.

Puppy training=$100-$600+

It is vitally important that all puppies be properly socialized and taught appropriate canine manners. Training classes for young puppies range in price from $25 to $100 per class and are most often held in 4-6 week segments. As a general average, you will likely pay between $100 and $600 for puppy manners and socialization classes. Having fun learning new things with your pup? You can take more classes, but bear in mind, this will be an additional cost to factor into your budget.

Ongoing adult training/dog sports=$500-$2500+

Enjoyed your puppy classes so much you want to do more? There are many different adult classes and dog sport activities you can invest your time and money into. From dog performance sports to conformation, scent work, tracking, and more, the sky’s the limit when it comes to fun things to do with your dog.

Dog performance sports and the training involved with them can be quite expensive. In addition to classes to learn the new skills, you will also need to pay entry fees, and often, to travel, meaning you will also have to pay for hotels, meals, gas, and more. Conformation is a particularly expensive dog sport, particularly if you make use of a professional handler.

As an average, you will pay from $500-$2500+ per year for additional training and/or participation in dog sports.

Veterinary fees=$100-200+ annually

Healthy puppies should see a veterinarian at least once yearly for a wellness exam once their puppy vaccinations have been completed. This once yearly exam will help ensure your puppy is healthy and does not exhibit any early signs of illness or injury. The habit of a once yearly examination should be continued throughout the lifetime of your dog.

However, once your dog becomes a senior, it’s time to visit your veterinarian a little more frequently. Twice yearly visits are the gold standard with these appointments centering on bloodwork, urinalyses, and physical examinations. These examinations are very important to help your veterinarian chart your elderly dog’s health and make note of any changes while treatment is still possible to reverse any signs of disease or decline. Most often, the yearly exam will cost $100 to $200 per visit.

Accidents do happen, and on occasion, dogs do get sick. The Siberian Husky is a very athletic dog with high energy and a penchant for escapism. This means your Husky could become hurt during an escape attempt. In addition to this, it is a good idea to be prepared for any potential illnesses that could occur. In maintenance health and treatment fees, allotting $3000-$5000 for these categories is quite reasonable.

If your dog is hit by a car or experiences a substantial injury such as a torn cruciate muscle, you are in for an expensive veterinary bill. Torn cruciate surgeries can cost $5000 or more, and sadly, veterinary professionals all agree that if one cruciate tears, it is only a matter of time before the other does as well, meaning you will face a $10,000 repair bill or more.

Insurance=$50-$75 per month

Pet insurance is not a necessity but being prepared for emergencies is.  Many pet owners feel having an insurance policy on their pet gives them peace of mind that should anything happen to their dog, they will have the means to care for them properly. There are many different insurance plans, and all of them come with positives and negatives.

The average pet insurance policy costs approximately $50-$75 per month Over a lifespan of 14 years, Over a lifespan of 12 years, that total comes to $12,600. However, this figure is variable as sometimes monthly premiums will increase as your dog ages. Most plans also have deductibles which must first be paid before your coverage takes effect.

Food=$200+ per month

The Siberian Husky is a very active dog and needs high quality fuel to maintain his energy levels and a good body condition. For best results, select a diet that is suited to the stage of life and activity level of your dog.

A top tier food ideal for the busy Siberian Husky will cost you approximately $200+ per month.

Grooming=$100

The Siberian Husky requires only minimal grooming. Regular brushing is recommended. Baths can occur on an as needed basis. Nail trims should be done once per week, and teeth should be brushed several times weekly.

The tools you will need for these jobs will cost approximately $100.

What to Know Before Buying a Siberian Husky

The Siberian Husky is a very energetic working breed. Prone to escapism and highly intelligent, the Husky can and will find its way out of nearly any fenced enclosure. You will need to be prepared for this and to ensure your dog is never allowed unsupervised or in a yard that does not provide proper containment. Huskies can dig, climb, and jump, so you will need to keep these things in mind.

Because the Siberian Husky has a lot of energy and is very intelligent, this dog needs a job and regular daily exercise. The breed is not well suited to a more laidback lifestyle, preferring to be busy. The Husky is an excellent companion for those that love to hike, run, or engage in other vigorous outdoor pursuits.

If barking drives you around the bend, the Husky may not be the right breed for you. Huskies are well renowned for being excessively vocal, and the range of sounds they can produce…and loudly…is quite astounding. The more you try to discourage your Husky from these sounds, the more vocal he or she will tend to be; it is very much a characteristic of the breed.

The final thing to keep in mind before committing to purchase a Siberian Husky is the health issues that can befall the breed. You will want to discuss with your breeder what health testing they have done on the parent dogs. Breeders are always happy to share the results of the testing they have done on their dogs, so don’t be afraid to ask to see them.

Health testing is not inexpensive for a breeder. But breeders who choose to do it show a true love for their breed and a desire to ensure the puppies they produce are as healthy as they can possibly be.

Among the health problems that can plague the Siberian Husky are:

• Cataracts
• Corneal Dystrophy
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Summary

If you think the Siberian Husky is the dog for you, the next step is finding the right breeder, rescue, or shelter from which to purchase your new pal. Prices can vary from state to state, but as an average, you can expect to pay as little as $50 to over $1000 for a rescue, $600-$5000+ for a pet or show potential puppy or young adult.

If you’re not yet ready to add a dog to your home, that’s okay. With many breeders having wait lists measuring several years, why not add your name to a list and use the extra time to learn more about the breed and start saving for all of the things your new best canine pal will need?