How Much Does a Boerboel Cost? 2026 Boerboel Price Guide
Real numbers from a working Texas kennel: what Boerboel puppies sell for in 2026, what we charge and why, what comes with a well-bred puppy, and what owning one actually costs.
Updated July 2026
The Short Answer
Boerboel puppies in the US sell for $1,000 to $7,000, with the majority between $2,500 and $3,500. At Peterbuilt Boerboel, picks in our current litters run $3,500 to $6,000 depending on the pairing, pick order, and breeding rights, and individual puppies are sometimes available from $2,500. A $500 deposit reserves your pick and counts toward the total. Litter-by-litter pricing is posted on our Available Puppies page.
2026 Boerboel Price Ranges
The spread in Boerboel pricing is wide because the breed spans everything from unpapered backyard litters to appraised, health-tested breeding programs. Here is how the market breaks down and where our own pricing sits inside it.
| Tier | Typical US Range | At Peterbuilt Boerboel |
|---|---|---|
| Pet / companion (limited registration) | $1,500-$3,500 | Our lowest-priced picks. We discount limited (pet) registration from the full-rights price, and individual puppies are sometimes available from $2,500. |
| Breeding / show quality (full registration) | $3,500-$7,000 | Most picks in our current litters are $3,500-$5,000. First picks from our most invested pairings run up to $6,000. |
| South African import | $8,000-$12,000+ all-in | When we last imported, freight alone averaged $5,000 per dog before the dog's price, plus a CDC permit process that took months. We breed from imported, appraised bloodlines here in Texas, so buyers get the genetics without the logistics. |
| Deposit | $200-$1,000 (varies by breeder) | $500 flat, applied in full to your purchase price. |
You will also see Boerboel puppies advertised online for $800 to $1,500. Those puppies are usually unregistered, unappraised, and untested. Read the red flags section below before chasing the low number, and see current litter pricing for what is available from us right now.
What's Included in a Peterbuilt Puppy
A fair price comparison starts with what actually comes with the puppy. Every Peterbuilt Boerboel goes home with the following, spelled out in a written contract:
24-Month Health Guarantee
A written guarantee covering severe hip dysplasia, severe elbow dysplasia, crippling genetic defects, and severe cardiac conditions through 24 months of age, with issues evaluated and certified through the OFA.
Vet Work Already Done
First 5-in-1 vaccination at 7 weeks with the shot record sent home, deworming at 2, 4, 6, and 8 weeks, microchip, and tail dock. You handle the remaining two vaccine rounds with your own vet.
Registration Paperwork
A registry birth certificate is emailed after you name your puppy. SABBS is our primary registry (member #0697860; NABBR #20135344), the registry that requires appraisals, microchip scans, and DNA-verified parentage before dogs are bred.
A Real Contract
Deposit terms, the health guarantee, breeding restrictions, and rehoming protections in writing before any money changes hands. You can read our full puppy contract right now.
Puppy Packet & Food Sample
A packet with microchip registration info and care guidance, plus a sample of the food your puppy has been eating so the transition home does not upset its stomach.
Breeder Support for Life
We answer questions for the life of your Boerboel. If your circumstances ever change, we take the dog back before it goes anywhere near a shelter. That commitment is in the contract too.
Why Boerboel Prices Vary So Much
Quality of the Pairing
The known quality of the sire and dam is the biggest factor. A higher price usually reflects a heavily invested, proven pairing expected to produce at the highest quality.
Health Testing & Appraisal
Breeding dogs should carry OFA or equivalent results on hips, elbows, and heart, and a SABBS appraisal score above 75% with DNA-verified parentage. That testing costs the breeder real money, and it is the part a cheap puppy skips.
Breeding Rights
Pet (limited) registration is priced lower than full breeding rights. Full rights give access to genetics that took years of effort and cost to establish.
Pick Order & Demand
Top picks are in higher demand, so they may carry a higher price than later picks in the same litter.
Gender
For some litters, gender can also factor into the price depending on demand and the goals of the pairing. Each gender has its own draft pick order in our litters.
The Deposit & Payment Process
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Apply First
Start with a puppy application. It costs nothing, and it is how we make sure a 120-200 lb guardian breed is the right fit for your home before anyone talks money.
- 2
Reserve With a $500 Deposit
A $500 deposit locks in your pick number for a specific pairing and gender, and the full $500 counts toward your puppy's total price. Your selection is not guaranteed until the deposit is received.
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Protected if the Litter Comes Up Short
If a litter does not produce a puppy for your reserved pick and gender, you choose: a full refund of the deposit, or your spot moves to a future litter through our waitlist queue, ordered by deposit date.
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Balance Before Go-Home
The remaining balance is due 7 days before your puppy's go-home date, or another date we agree on. Shipping is quoted separately so there are no surprises baked into the puppy price.
What a Boerboel Costs After You Buy It
The purchase price is the smallest part of owning this breed. An adult Boerboel commonly weighs 120-200 lbs, and nearly everything about its care is priced by the pound. Budget honestly before you fall in love with a pedigree.
Food
Boerboels eat considerably more than most breeds. Expect quality large-breed kibble to run roughly $100 to $200 a month for an adult. We feed Inukshuk 26/16 to most of our dogs at all life stages.
Vet Care
Exams, vaccines, and heartworm and flea prevention are all dosed by weight, so a giant breed pays more for the same care. Budget several hundred dollars a year for routine care, more if you add insurance, which also prices up for giant breeds.
Training & Socialization
A guardian breed this size without socialization and training is a liability, not a protector. Plan for group classes or a private trainer in the first year. It is the cheapest insurance you will ever buy on this breed.
Gear
XXL crates, beds, and chew-proof toys built for a dog this strong cost more and get replaced more often. First-year setup usually lands in the hundreds of dollars.
All in, plan on roughly $1,500 to $3,000 per year for a healthy adult, with the first year running higher once the purchase price, remaining vaccinations, training, and gear are counted. If that number is uncomfortable, the sticker price of the puppy should not be the deciding factor. For what to expect medically over the dog's life, read our Boerboel health and lifespan guide.
Red Flags of a Too-Cheap (or Overpriced) Boerboel
A $1,000 Boerboel is not a bargain; it is a puppy whose breeder skipped the expensive parts. Before you send anyone a deposit, walk away if you see these:
- No health testing or appraisal on the parents. Ask for OFA results on hips, elbows, and heart, and for appraisal scores. A real breeder shows documents, not excuses.
- No written contract or health guarantee. If nothing is in writing, you have nothing.
- No registration, or paper-only registries. Registries that require no DNA testing or microchip verification make it easy to claim parentage that is not real. SABBS verifies both before a dog is bred; see our registries guide for the full picture.
- Price built on color hype. "Rare" black or tri-color puppies at premium prices usually mean the breeder selected for color and nothing else.
- Puppies always available, no questions asked. Quality programs screen buyers and often have waitlists.
The reverse is just as true: a high price tag does not guarantee quality. We have seen low-quality Boerboels sell for $5,000+ on the strength of viral social media videos, while excellent, fully health-tested dogs sold for $2,500. Judge the breeder's testing, contracts, registration, and how the dogs live, not the number on the listing.
Want the full breakdown on registries, health testing, and what makes a quality Boerboel worth its price? Read our Boerboel FAQ and Boerboels Explained breed guide.
Stud Fees & Shipping Costs
Stud fees at Peterbuilt Boerboel range between $2,500 and $4,000. Top studs vary based on usage, and stud fees typically do not include semen collection, packaging, and shipping. Some breeders charge up to $8,000.
Shipping within the 48 mainland US states generally runs $500 to $1,500 depending on the puppy's size, age, and your location. Puppies 20 lbs or under may be able to fly with a flight nanny; larger puppies usually need a ground transport service. See exactly how we ship Boerboel puppies nationwide, or browse Boerboel puppies for sale across the USA to see how we serve your state.
Boerboel Price FAQ
How much does a Boerboel cost in 2026?
Boerboel puppies in the US generally sell for $1,000 to $7,000, with the majority between $2,500 and $3,500. Well-bred puppies from health-tested, appraised parents usually start around $3,500, and top picks and breeding prospects can reach $5,000 to $7,000. Be cautious at both ends of the range: a $1,000 puppy usually means corners were cut, and a high price alone does not guarantee quality.
How much do Boerboel puppies cost at Peterbuilt Boerboel?
Picks in our current litters are priced between $3,500 and $6,000, with most falling between $3,500 and $5,000. Price depends on the pairing, pick order, gender, and whether full breeding rights are included. Individual puppies are sometimes available from $2,500. Current pricing for every litter is posted or summarized on our Available Puppies page.
Why do Boerboel prices vary so much?
Price is driven by the known quality of the paired Boerboels, the parents' health testing and appraisal results, whether breeding (full) rights are included, gender for some litters, and the higher demand for top picks. A higher price usually reflects a heavily invested, high-quality pairing.
How much is the deposit to reserve a Boerboel puppy?
Our deposit is $500 and it counts toward the total purchase price. It reserves a specific pick number for your chosen pairing and gender. If the litter does not produce your pick, we refund the deposit or move your spot to a future litter. The remaining balance is due 7 days before your puppy goes home.
How much is a Boerboel stud fee?
Our stud fees range between $2,500 and $4,000. Top studs vary based on usage. Stud fees typically do not include semen collection, packaging, and shipping costs. Some breeders charge up to $8,000.
How much does it cost to ship a Boerboel puppy?
Shipping within the 48 mainland US states generally costs $500 to $1,500 depending on the puppy's size, age, and location. Puppies 20 lbs or under may fly with a flight nanny; larger puppies usually need a ground transport service.
How much does it cost to import a Boerboel from South Africa?
Importing typically lands at $8,000-$12,000+ all-in: the dog's purchase price, plus freight that averaged $5,000 per dog when we last imported, vet work, and the CDC's dog import requirements. The permit process alone took months. Most US buyers do better buying from import bloodlines already established in the US, which is exactly what we breed from in Texas.
How much does it cost to own a Boerboel per year?
Plan on roughly $1,500 to $3,000 per year for a healthy adult. Food for a 120-200 lb dog is the biggest line item, followed by routine vet care and parasite prevention, both dosed by weight. The first year costs more, with the purchase price, remaining puppy vaccinations, training, and gear like an XXL crate on top.
See Current Pricing on Available Puppies
Pricing for each litter is listed on our Available Puppies page. Ready to reserve a pick? Start your application and we'll be in touch.