Trained hunting dog

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Originally Posted by Ducktrickster

To me, "Started" means steady to shot marking tough singles and simple multiples, through basics, double T, and handling well on simple cold blinds. The price of a well bred puppy is 1K plus and 6 months of pro training at $600 equals around $4600. People that sell these types of dogs for less don't do it to make money, they do it to get rid of the dog for one reason or another.

You sir, are absolutely correct.

I also believe the value changes based upon what type of dog you want in the future--a hunting companion, a field trial champion, a family pet, or a combination of all three.