Does anyone know what a fully trained workings lab or spaniel would cost? I mean one that could go out on any shoot and work willingly and kindly all day. Someone told me about £6000 - that sounds a lot.
Depends on soooooo much: the breed, the sex, the age and the breeding lines to start with. Then there's the what do you mean by go out on any shoot. Also, what handler do you want it to work for? Amateur/Pro? Also, doing what job? Backstopping? Beating? Peg dog? Depends also if there are any working trials/field trials results? If from anyone other than a pro, why is it for sale? However, 6K is not unreasonable for the right dog, although cheaper may be found. It all depends on what you want and how much work you are prepared to put in yourself. Transitions in ownership/handling are not always seamless!
Fully trained and uncomplicated £2.5k upwards depending on breed, sex, health tests and results/awards. The most I have sold one for is £5k - FTAW and the ultimate peg dog.