I am looking for a lesser subadult to raise up and breed next winter. I found one locally from a breeder which is a 2012 at 850g, which he admitted hasn't been a great eater.

Now, I know growth rates can speed up and slow down, but, all things considered I would assume mostly likely an animal would be most likely to continue their habit. That means it would only put on about 350g in the next year and be at 1200g and still too small. I'd much rather buy a 2013 at that weight. Of course, I'm trying to save a little money by getting it smaller than a 1500g adult.

What do you guys think?