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Buying a Puppy
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Buyer Tips
The ultimate guide to a safe puppy search: breeder verification, essential questions, secure payments, and post-purchase care.
Read article →Do I have to pay for a membership to find a puppy?
Good news: Buyers never pay to use Puppies.com. Explore all the free features available to help you find your new best friend.
Read article →How do I leave a Testimonial about a dog I purchased?
Step-by-step instructions on how to find the 'Leave a Testimonial' link through your messages or the seller's profile.
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 find a specific breed or the right breed for me?
How to choose the perfect dog breed using the Puppies.com Breed Matchmaker, with tips on assessing lifestyle, temperament, and grooming needs.
Questions About a Specific Puppy?
Learn how to contact the seller directly to ask about puppy availability, pricing, visits, and registration papers on Puppies.com.
How do I save a puppy/breeder for later?
How to use the heart icon to save listings and breeder profiles to your Favorites for quick and easy access later.
How do I view my Favorites?
Quick instructions for accessing your saved Favorites and managing your list of puppies and breeders.
How to Create/Edit Your Buyer Profile
An overview of the Puppies.com Buyer Profile feature, detailing onboarding steps, household background fields, verification status badges, and seller visibility inside the Message Center.
How do I view a seller’s profile?
A guide to viewing breeder profiles on Puppies.com: how to check seller verifications, read testimonials, and view all active listings.
Does Puppies.com Offer Financing or Process Payments?
Learn how payments, deposits, and financing work on Puppies.com, including direct seller transactions and safe payment advice.
Confirming Legitimacy of AKC Paperwork
A critical buyer protection guide detailing the differences between AKC-registered and registrable puppies, document verification steps, and how to spot forged paperwork.
What to Do If You Experience Problems After Purchasing a Puppy
Learn what to do if you face post-purchase problems like a sick puppy or seller contract dispute, including preserving documentation and understanding platform policies.
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.
