How much does a Collie puppy cost?

Collie puppies sit between $1200 and $3000 because responsible breeding isn’t cheap, and demand is steady but not inflated. At rank 38 in popularity, you won’t find endless litters on Craigslist, but you also aren’t competing with the goldendoodle frenzy. That mid-tier demand means prices stay grounded, but ethical breeders still need to recoup real costs. Health testing alone can run over $500 per litter—MDR1 gene testing is non-negotiable for this breed, and eye exams plus hip evaluations for both parents are standard. Skipping these? That’s how you end up with a $600 puppy blind by age three. Collies also have moderate litter sizes and require experienced whelping setups, especially since C-sections aren’t uncommon. Reputable breeders invest in socializing puppies for at least eight weeks, which means time, space, and labor. When you see a Collie under $1000, assume one of three things: no health testing was done, the breeder cuts corners on vet care or living conditions, or it’s a backyard breeder flooding the market. That “deal” often means inheriting a $5,000 vet bill down the road. You’re not just paying for a dog—you’re paying for genetic responsibility.