Bearded Collie Price: Your Better Not Forget These Costs…

The price of a Bearded Collie depends on whether you’re buying or adopting. Buying from a reputable breeder gives you an average price of $1,300.

While adopting from a shelter offers a lower average price of $300.

These prices may seem high, and the cost of taking care of the dog may be even higher—more on that later.

But for a quality breed like the Bearded Collie (aka Beardie), with a rich history as cattle herders in the Scottish highlands and now loving family companions, the price is worth it.

Average Price from Breeders

To get a pinpoint average price of the Bearded Collie from reputable breeders, we limited our estimations to puppy and litter listings, with puppies as young as 4 weeks to 6 months old.

We sourced a total of 14 listings on websites like NextDayPets, Pets4Homes, Freeads UK, and American Kennel Club.

The average price of a Bearded Collie puppy from a reputable source is around $1,300, with the lowest price listed at around $400 and the highest price at $3,500.

Other estimations establish a price range of $900-$2,600, also falling within the same average price of $1,300.

Average Price from Shelters

As far as shelter prices, these are not typically sale prices but fees for adoption and rehoming.

The Animal Humane Society specifies that the standard adoption fees for dogs and puppies range from $129 to $767.

But adoption fees take into account the factors of age, breed, and size. Bearded Collies’ adoption fees may differ as they’re a rarer breed.

Bearded Collies don’t have enough data on adoption fees, but as herding dogs, we can look into the adoption fees for rescue shelters that specialize in herding breeds.

We found that prices for rescue puppies range from $200-$425, while adult rescue dogs go lower at about $100-$375.

We can assume that the average price for a rescue Bearded Collie, puppy or adult, will likely fall to the amount of $300.

Key Pricing Factors for Bearded Collies

There are several key factors that affect the price of Bearded Collies. Both breeder and shelter prices, or only either of the two, may apply to these factors.

Pedigree

Bearded Collies are purebred dogs. Generally, purebred dogs sell at a higher price than mixed breeds, given their pedigree status.

Breeders of pedigree dogs are commonly members of kennel clubs and have their pups registered with proven purebred lineage.

The Bearded Collie is an officially recognized breed by the American Kennel Club (AKC), and this pedigree status can add to the price of a Beardie.

Lineage

A Beardie pup may have come from parents recognized as top-quality dogs. They may have participated in licensed shows and activities by kennel clubs and passed ideal breed standards.

Breeders tend to invest a lot in cultivating better dog bloodlines, and this hard-earned effort may reflect in their pricing.

Rarity

The Bearded Collie is a rare breed. After almost being wiped out during World War I, their population grew thanks to devoted breeders, and Beardies made their way to the US around 1976.

Despite that, they’re still a rare breed and one of the rarest in the UK.

They rank 143 in American Kennel Club’s Popularity Ranking as of 2021, which is a yearly ranking based on registration statistics.

Listings for Bearded Collie puppies are also a handful, and this rarity may affect their price value.

Age

The younger the puppies, the more expensive they are. Puppies overall are more pricey than adult dogs, given their in-demand popularity. So an 8-10 weeks old Beardie pup—the ideal age to bring home a puppy—may sell for a higher price, usually ranging from $1,000-$2,000.

The Cost of Taking Care of a Bearded Collie

Food Cost

The average cost for dry dog food typically ranges from $20-$60 per month. An adult Bearded Collie, weighing 45-55lb on average, will consume 15lbs of dry dog food per month, which costs $15-$30.

The cost of dry dog food for a Bearded Collie amounts to an annual average of $180-$360.

Treats, on the other hand, have an average annual cost ranging from $115-$335 based on brand best sellers.

It’s important to note that choosing quality foods and treats, even if it costs more, reduces the risks of health issues further down the Beardies’ life.

Medical Cost

The average annual medical cost for dog ownership ranges from $1,270-$2,803 in the first year and amounts to $19,800-$55,000 for a 15-year lifetime.

Fifteen years is the life expectancy of a Bearded Collie—according to a lifetime pet care study. The annual cost accounts for the following basic health screening and exams:

• Routine checkups ($50-$250)
• Spay/Neuter ($50-$500)
• Preventative medicine—flea/tick and heartworm ($140-$185)
• Vaccinations ($60-$100)
• Heartworm test ($35-$75)
• Allergy test ($195-$300)
• Ear infection treatment ($150)
• Dental care ($300-$500)

Bearded Collies, as purebred dogs, are susceptible to genetic conditions as a result of inbreeding.

They are prone to specific health issues like eye problems, and treatments for these may double the medical cost.

• Hip and elbow dysplasia treatment ($1,700-$4,500)
• Hypothyroidism treatment ($300-$800)
• Ophthalmologist evaluation ($300-$350)

Insurance Cost

The average monthly cost for a pet insurance plan ranges from $24-$85. It moves up to $46 for average monthly premium insurance, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association.

Bearded Collies will likely have higher costs as pet insurance typically costs more for purebreds than mixed breeds.

Though Bearded Collies are generally healthy dogs, they could do well with pet insurance to cover treatments for any underlying hereditary conditions common to the breed.

Grooming Cost

The average cost for a professional grooming session ranges from $70-$120. Groomers cover bath and brushing, haircut and styling, nail trimming, dental care, and ear cleaning.

Bearded Collies require grooming 4-8 times a year to keep their silky double coats in pristine condition.

This averages out to an annual grooming cost between $280-$960.

If you’d prefer a more hands-on grooming approach, you can invest in a grooming kit—usually consisting of a pin rake, brush, comb, and anti-tangle spray—and groom your Beardie.

It’s best to brush their coat daily for 5-10 minutes and have a weekly grooming session with the kit. Grooming kits vary from an affordable $25-$30 to high-end prices racking up to $500.

Supplies Cost

The average annual cost of essential supplies ranges from $90-$400. Essential supplies include, but are not limited to:

• Leashes and collars with ID tags ($20-$50 annually)
• Beds ($50-$200 annually)
• Toys ($25-$150 annually)

Bearded Collies are energetic and boisterous dogs, which may require more supply restocks, adding to the cost.

Training Cost

The average cost for private dog training ranges from $109-$120 and lasts about six weeks. Bearded Collies have strong independence and could get easily bored with repetitive training.

This makes training a bit challenging, so private training is the best option for them.

You can also apply for obedience training charging $200-$600 per week, as Bearded Collies are adaptable dogs and are great for obedience competitions.

Calvin L.

Calvin is the co-founder and one of the main contributors to dogtemperament.com. He has been an avid dog lover all his life. He enjoys researching and sharing great ideas on how you can avoid common pitfalls of dog ownership and build the most loving and enjoyable relationship with your dog.