For Puppy Seekers: How an Account Makes Your Search Easier
Starting your journey to find the perfect puppy? Creating a free account on Puppies.com gives you the tools, features, and support to make your search safe, simple, and successful.
Whether you’re a first-time puppy parent or looking to add another furry friend to your household, creating a free user account on Puppies.com is the first step toward a safe, simple, and enjoyable puppy adoption experience.
With hundreds of trusted listings updated daily, immediately available puppies, and tools designed to connect buyers and breeders seamlessly, Puppies.com is more than just a search site—it’s a community for puppy lovers.
Personalized Puppy Search Tools for Buyers
Finding your dream puppy has never been easier. Puppies.com lets you search, filter, and connect with puppies that match your preferences—all for free.
You don’t need an account to browse puppies, but creating one unlocks powerful features that make your search faster and more successful. From filtering by breed, age, or location to saving your favorite puppies, an account helps you stay organized while exploring your options.
Our Breed Matchmaker tool can also guide you in choosing the right dog based on your lifestyle, activity level, allergies, and more. Whether you’re looking for a hypoallergenic companion or a family-friendly pup, we’ve got you covered.
Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Platform
At Puppies.com, online safety is a top priority. Verified breeders and built-in safety features help you message and connect with responsible sellers confidently.
Our platform includes breeder ID verification (required for new breeders), encrypted messaging, and monitoring for suspicious activity. This means you can communicate with breeders confidently, knowing your experience is protected.
When browsing listings, look for the ID Verified, Phone Verified, and Email Verified badges—this shows that a breeder has been authenticated, giving you added peace of mind.
Set Your Search Filters and Find the Perfect Puppy
Narrow down your puppy search by breed, age, price, size, and location. Save time and find the pups that match your lifestyle and family needs.
Love a puppy? “Heart” it! Save your favorite listings and search preferences so you can easily compare options and pick the perfect match. No more bookmarking chaos—everything stays neatly in your account.
Find Puppies Near You
Looking to adopt locally? Easily filter puppies by city, state, or a custom travel distance to discover pups nearby—or expand your search if you’re willing to travel.
Use Advanced Search Features to Find the Perfect Puppy
Advance Search functionality enables you to further refine your search based on gender, breed, and price range.
Discover the Best Breed for Your Family
Not sure which breed is right for you? Use our Breed Matchmaker tool to find dogs based on activity level, allergies, temperament, and lifestyle.
Save and Track Your Favorite Puppies
Love a puppy? “Heart” listings to save them for later. Your account keeps track of all your favorite pups and previous search filters so you can easily compare and revisit them.
Get Notified of New Puppy Matches
Don’t see the perfect puppy today? Set up alerts for new listings that meet your criteria—breed, age, location, price, and more—and get notified as soon as they’re available. Whether you’re searching by breed, price, age, or location, you’ll get instant notifications when a new puppy matches your preferences. You can opt-out anytime, so you’re always in control.
Puppies.com Safety & Scam Prevention
Your safety and the integrity of our community are top priorities. While Puppies.com does not facilitate payments, we educate buyers on red flags and safe practices.
Top Red Flags to Watch For:
- Pressure to pay quickly via cash apps, wire transfers, or gift cards
- Refusal to provide live video proof of the puppy
- Listings with vague or unverifiable breeder info
- Unrealistically low prices for purebred or designer dogs
Safety Tip: A reputable breeder will happily answer questions, show proof of their puppies, and share their practices. Trust your instincts and verify details.
Message Breeders Safely Through Our Platform
With an account, you can private message breeders safely without sharing your personal email. Ask questions, get updates, and schedule face-to-face or video meetings—all through the secure Puppies.com dashboard.
Bonus Benefits of Creating a Puppies.com Account
Signing up gives you access to early alerts, breeder notifications, a personal dashboard, and our library of expert guides and tips for every stage of puppy adoption through adulthood.
Ready to Begin Your Puppy Search?
Creating an account is free, quick, and gives you access to all the tools and resources you need for a successful puppy adoption. Signing up gives you the tools, trust, and support you need for a successful match.
👉 Ready to Find a Puppy? Create Your Free Account Today»
FAQs for Puppy Buyers Account:
Q: Do I need an account to search for puppies?
A: No! You can browse hundreds of listings for free, but not all breeders wish to be contacted outside of the Puppies.com platform. Creating an account enables you to safely and securely private message breeders, save favorites, and set alerts.
Q: Is Puppies.com safe to use?
A: Absolutely. We verify breeders’ email and phone, have ID verification for new breeders, and monitor activity to protect buyers from scams. However, we do advise following all of our safety tips outlined within your account.
Q: Can I message breeders without sharing my personal email?
A: Yes! Your privacy is protected, and all communication happens safely through Puppies.com. When you are ready to meet in person, you can do so at your own discretion.
Q: Will I be notified when new puppies are listed?
A: Yes! With an account, you can set notifications for breeds, age, location, and price, so you never miss a match. Notifications can be set for specific puppies meeting your unique search criteria.
Q: Are there any costs for creating an account?
A: Nope! Signing up for a Puppies.com account is completely free and only takes a few minutes. Puppies on our site can range in price—from around $200 to $3,000+—depending on the breeder, breed, and other factors. You can explore each puppy’s full profile to learn more about their background and what’s included.
Puppies.com is your trusted puppy platform for Paws-itive Puppy Love! Since 2003, Puppies.com has helped millions of puppies find their fur-ever homes from sellers nationwide. Finding your perfect pup is free and easy–and signing up only takes a few minutes. Add a little wiggle to your life!®
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