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Buying a Puppy
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Buyer Tips
Stay safe buying a puppy online by researching breeders, verifying credentials, asking the right questions, and protecting your payment.
Do I have to pay for a membership to find a puppy?
No, buyers never pay to use Puppies.com. Searching for puppies, messaging breeders, and saving favorites are completely free for buyers.
How do I find a puppy?
Search by breed, location, and type on the Search page, then filter by price, age, sex, coat color, and seller verifications.
How do I leave a Testimonial about a dog I purchased?
Leave a seller testimonial by clicking the link in your post-purchase message or visiting the seller's profile page. Testimonials can be submitted up to two years after purchase.
Shipping or Delivering a Puppy
Puppies must be 8-10 weeks old with a health certificate under 10 days old. Shipping kennels must meet size, ventilation, and labeling standards.
Confirming Legitimacy of AKC Paperwork
Verify AKC registration paperwork by requesting the Dog Registration Application at purchase and confirming details directly with the AKC.
How do I view a seller’s profile?
View a seller's profile by scrolling to the Offered By section at the bottom of any puppy listing and clicking View Profile to see their verifications, testimonials, and other listings.
How do I find a specific breed or the right breed for me?
Use the Breed Matchmaker or Breed Directory to find a breed that fits your lifestyle, activity level, living space, and grooming preferences.
How do I save a puppy/breeder for later?
Save listings or breeders to your Favorites by clicking the heart icon on any listing tile, listing page, or breeder profile. Access saved items from your Favorites page.
How do I view my favorites?
Access your saved Favorites by clicking the heart icon at the top of the page on desktop, or tapping My Favorites in the Menu on mobile. Toggle between puppies and sellers.