Why we recommend these websites? These websites are ethical, working within Codes of Conduct, the Animal Companion Act 1998, and verify Breeders via peak bodies, such as Dogs Australia (ANKC) Dogs Australia Breeder Directory, DOGS NSW, Dogs Victoria, Responsible Pet Breeders Australia, RPBA Verify Breeder Tool, Australian Association of Pet Dog Breeders (AAPDB) https://www.aapdb.com.au/, Professional Pet Breeders Australia (PPDBA), https://ppdba.com.au/,
Government Databases
Government Databases – check Microchip, Breeder Identification Number or Rehoming Organisation Number.
In Australia, state and territory governments mandate registration for anyone breeding and selling dogs. Always cross-reference the breeder’s details with local registries to ensure they are operating legally: [1, 2, 3]
- NSW: Use the NSW Pet Registry Buyer Search to verify a Breeder Identification Number (BIN) and their active breeding eligibility.
- Victoria: Use the Pet Exchange Register (PER) to verify the breeder’s source number. [1, 2, 3]
WEBSITES
Perfect Pets
Perfect Pets is an Australia-wide free, community based platform that connects pet lovers with fully verified breeders, rescue groups and pet businesses. With our commitment to ethical practices and over 13 million visitors to date, we’re proud to be playing a pivotal role in educating and connecting people who want a better world for pets and their people. Breeders and Animal Rescues post pets for Adoption of Cats & Dogs & Farm Animals.
Savour-Life
SavourLife® is a mission-driven, Australian-wide company inspired by a love for pets and a desire to make a difference. We make natural, Australian and New Zealand made food and treats for dogs and cats and donate 50% of our profits to pet rescue organisations; helping them save and re-home abandoned animals. Animal Rescues post pets for Adoption of Cats & Dogs.
PetRescue
PetRescue helps connect rescue pets with people ready to adopt through a series of programs: Relieving pet homelessness, expanding capacity for the rescue sector, preventing pets from entering an unsafe system, driving reform for outdated practices, and addressing the lack of national, reliable data and is an Australia-wide platform. Animal Rescues post pets for Adoption of all pets and animals.
RightPaw
Created by vets and breeders, RightPaw is here to improve animal welfare from the very beginning. RightPaw is building the simpler, safer, supportive way to find your pet online. RightPaw is an Australia-wide platform. It connects prospective owners with verified dog breeders across the country, featuring built-in location filters, digital puppy applications, and strict vetting guidelines Breeders post pets and litters for Adoption of Dogs only.
What is the BREEDERS – CODE OF ETHICS. RightPaw states:
https://rightpaw.com.au/code-of-ethics
Verification Checklist
When evaluating a breeder, a verified and ethical breeder will typically:
- Welcome and encourage face-to-face property visits to see where the puppies and mother live.
- Provide proof of DNA testing and screening for hereditary diseases common to the breed.
- Have a strict limit on the number of litters each female produces.
- Offer a health guarantee and sign a contract agreeing to take the puppy back if your circumstances change