Selling A Pet Online (Its important you follow these guidelines)
Important to Remember (Puppies or Kittens must be at least 8
week old and microchipped before they can be sold) (We
recommend also worming and to be vaccinated and vet
checked before selling this will give the buyer peace of mind)
After you’ve bred a litter of Puppies or Kittens, it’s important that you
find homes that’ll give your Puppies or Kittens A happy life. Choosing
the best owners for your Puppies or Kittens, and making sure they’re
suitable, isn’t always easy. To help you, we’ve created this guide on
how to attract Puppies or Kittens buyers, what are the tell-tale signs
of a good owner and what you need to do to ensure that they will look
after your Puppies or Kittens that you’ve cared for since before birth
When to advertise your litter
The best time to advertise your litter depends on you and the
demand for your Puppies or Kittens.
Before Puppies or Kittens are born, some breeders, especially those which have a high demand for their puppies, may let people know that they have a litter on the way
Other breeders may only advertise once they're born
Breeders who wish to use our Find a Puppy service , which lists your puppies for sale on our website can apply to advertise , usually at 2 weeks old. Waiting until they’re 2 weeks old gives you a little space for things to calm down and lets you enjoy some quality time with your Puppies or Kittens
Whenever you advertise, remember that your Puppies or Kittens must be with you until they’re at least 8 weeks old; it's the law.
Before Puppies or Kittens are born, some breeders, especially those which have a high demand for their puppies, may let people know that they have a litter on the way
Other breeders may only advertise once they're born
Breeders who wish to use our Find a Puppy service , which lists your puppies for sale on our website can apply to advertise , usually at 2 weeks old. Waiting until they’re 2 weeks old gives you a little space for things to calm down and lets you enjoy some quality time with your Puppies or Kittens
Whenever you advertise, remember that your Puppies or Kittens must be with you until they’re at least 8 weeks old; it's the law.
Do I need a breeder’s licence?
You only need a breeding licence if you breed three or more litters a
year, or if you advertise as a business that breeds or sells Puppies or
Kittens. If you intend to breed more often, you should look into
whether you need a licence – you may need to contact your local
council about this as they issue licences for dog and Cat breeders.
How much should I charge for my puppies or kittens?
It’s not nice to think of your Puppies or Kittens as a commodity, but if
you’re selling them, then you’ll need to know what to charge. How
much you sell your Puppies or Kittens for is entirely up to you and will
depend on the benefits of your Puppies or Kittens (for instance, do
they have parents that have been fully health tested or have
succeeded in particular sports, activities or disciplines?), how much it
has cost you to care for and raise your puppies, including health
testing, and what the demand for them is like. Your most important
concern should always be that your Puppies or Kittens find a good
home, not how much profit you make.
It’s worth doing your research to see how much other breeders are charging, and think about whether you think this price is reasonable and how the benefits of these puppies compare to yours.
It’s worth doing your research to see how much other breeders are charging, and think about whether you think this price is reasonable and how the benefits of these puppies compare to yours.
Finding buyers (Www.BuyAPet.co.uk)
To help attract Puppies or Kittens buyers, you could:
Reach out to friends and family – selling your Puppies or Kittens to friends and family can be an easy way to find homes for your litter. However, no matter who you sell your Puppies or Kittens to, make sure that they''ll be able to look after and care for them as they grow up. If none of your friends and family are interested in buying a Puppy or Kittens, ask if they know of anyone suitable who is.
Use an online Pet selling site, such as ours Www.BuyAPet.co.uk – these websites allow you to create an online advert for your puppies. These are a great way to attract puppy buyers in your area.
Reach out to friends and family – selling your Puppies or Kittens to friends and family can be an easy way to find homes for your litter. However, no matter who you sell your Puppies or Kittens to, make sure that they''ll be able to look after and care for them as they grow up. If none of your friends and family are interested in buying a Puppy or Kittens, ask if they know of anyone suitable who is.
Use an online Pet selling site, such as ours Www.BuyAPet.co.uk – these websites allow you to create an online advert for your puppies. These are a great way to attract puppy buyers in your area.
Things to ask your potential puppy or kitten buyers
When you sell a Puppy or Kittens to a new owner, it’s important that
you know that the Puppies or Kittens will be going to a good home.
Your first contact with potential owners, whether that’s over the
phone, by email or by direct messages, will give you a first
impression of whether they’re a good fit for your Puppy or Kittens
(speaking directly to potential owners will give you more of a feel as
to their suitability). It’s important that you find out more about them
and their situation by asking the following types of questions (either
over the phone or asking them to fill in a questionnaire):
Find out if they have done their ‘homework’ on their chosen breed. What can they tell you about the breed and what do they know?
Ask them what they imagine getting a puppy or kitten and owning a dog would be like. Do the owners know what they’re signing up for?
Find out if they own, or have previously owned a dog or a pet before – will any pets that they currently have get on OK with a new puppy or kitten?
Do they have enough time to give the puppy or kitten the right amount of exercise they need once they are a fully grown adult?
Find out whether they’re just looking for a pet, or whether they may be interested in breeding at a later stage. If you have placed endorsements on the puppy's registration certificate, the new owners will need to agree to these in writing before or at the date of sale. The new owner may also want to compete at events licensed by The Kennel Club
Find out how much time they spend at home. It is not necessarily a bad thing if they are out all day, provided the dog or cat isn’t left alone all that time. They may be able to take the dog to work with them, or book a dog walker/sitter on the days they’re away
Find out more about where they live i.e., do they have a fenced garden? Some breeders like to conduct a home check before selling a puppy. You could always ask for photographs if it is not possible for you to visit the house in person. Do not always automatically rule out people who live in flats – as long as they are willing and able to walk the dog regularly, they may be able to offer a suitable home
Do they have any children? How many people currently live in the house? Try to meet the whole family, including any children, if possible
Will they be able to commit to looking after a puppy and give them proper training and socialisation?
Find out if the potential owner has the time and inclination to groom an adult dog, particularly for long-coated breeds
Would the new owners be happy to keep in touch and give you updates on how the puppy is doing?
Remember to give a puppy or kitten buyer a bit of space after speaking to them. This gives them a little room to think and could stop them from rushing into any decisions. Never agree to sell to anyone if you are not sure that their home is right for your puppy or kitten and certainly not before you have met them in person.
Find out if they have done their ‘homework’ on their chosen breed. What can they tell you about the breed and what do they know?
Ask them what they imagine getting a puppy or kitten and owning a dog would be like. Do the owners know what they’re signing up for?
Find out if they own, or have previously owned a dog or a pet before – will any pets that they currently have get on OK with a new puppy or kitten?
Do they have enough time to give the puppy or kitten the right amount of exercise they need once they are a fully grown adult?
Find out whether they’re just looking for a pet, or whether they may be interested in breeding at a later stage. If you have placed endorsements on the puppy's registration certificate, the new owners will need to agree to these in writing before or at the date of sale. The new owner may also want to compete at events licensed by The Kennel Club
Find out how much time they spend at home. It is not necessarily a bad thing if they are out all day, provided the dog or cat isn’t left alone all that time. They may be able to take the dog to work with them, or book a dog walker/sitter on the days they’re away
Find out more about where they live i.e., do they have a fenced garden? Some breeders like to conduct a home check before selling a puppy. You could always ask for photographs if it is not possible for you to visit the house in person. Do not always automatically rule out people who live in flats – as long as they are willing and able to walk the dog regularly, they may be able to offer a suitable home
Do they have any children? How many people currently live in the house? Try to meet the whole family, including any children, if possible
Will they be able to commit to looking after a puppy and give them proper training and socialisation?
Find out if the potential owner has the time and inclination to groom an adult dog, particularly for long-coated breeds
Would the new owners be happy to keep in touch and give you updates on how the puppy is doing?
Remember to give a puppy or kitten buyer a bit of space after speaking to them. This gives them a little room to think and could stop them from rushing into any decisions. Never agree to sell to anyone if you are not sure that their home is right for your puppy or kitten and certainly not before you have met them in person.
Meet your puppy or kitten buyers
Once you’ve narrowed down your list of buyers, if any seem like a
good match for your puppies, make sure that you invite them to meet
the puppies. This is a great opportunity for you to answer their
questions and get to know each other. It also allows you to find out
more about them and show what you’ve done to ensure that your
puppies are as healthy and well-adjusted as possible. Watch how
they react to the information you give them; if they’re uninterested in
the puppies or the information you’re giving them, it could be a sign
that they’re not the right owners for your puppies.
Keeping you safe
Inviting any strangers to your home can be risky, so, to help keep you
safe, make sure that you ask them for a picture or a copy of some
sort of photo identification before they visit and, where possible, try to
have someone with you when you meet them.
Meeting mum
While your potential puppy buyers are visiting, make sure that you
give them the opportunity to see the mother interacting with her
puppies or kittens. This gives puppy or kitten buyers the reassurance
that your puppies or kittens are well cared for and have not been
separated from their mother. It also gives them a chance to see their
mother’s temperament, which could influence how their puppy or
kitten behaves when they’re grown up. While they’re visiting, make
sure that they can see all of the puppies or kittens in the litter, rather
than just the puppy or kitten they’re thinking of buying. Not only does
this allow you to see how these potential owners interact with the
puppies, helping you to assess their suitability, but it also gives the
puppies an opportunity for socialisation too. You should make sure
that buyers are shown where the puppies are kept, where they sleep
and where the puppies were born.
Should I ask for a deposit?
Many breeders ask for a deposit if their buyers want to choose a
particular puppy or kitten. How much they pay really depends on you,
but a reasonable amount to pay is usually between 10% and 25%.
Make sure that you don’t charge too much for a deposit, as it could
put some potential puppy buyers off. Always provide a receipt for the
deposit and write on this any conditions or stipulations. Puppy or
kitten fraud is on the rise and many people have paid a deposit only
to never hear from the breeder again, so some people might be wary
of paying a deposit.
When should I sell my puppies?
In the UK, puppies or kittens can’t be sold before they are at least 8
weeks old. Taking a puppy or kitten away from its mum, brothers and
sisters too early can affect their behaviour in the long run.
What do I need to do before I sell my puppies?
Before they go to their new homes, we recommend that your puppies
or kittens are:
Socialised – the first 8 to 10 weeks of a puppy’s of kittens life are essential for teaching them how to interact with people, dogs and other animals. Introducing your puppies ior kittens to vaccinated o ther pets, children and strangers can all help your puppies or kittens grow up to be well-rounded dogs. Always supervise children when they’re around puppies.
Habituated – as well as getting used to other personalities, it’s important that your puppies or kittens are exposed to new sights and sounds. Try taking them into your garden or play music or different noises to them. Let them see the TV and experience the washing machine and hoover
Kept clean – you don’t need to bath your puppies or kittens, but you do need to make sure that their mum is keeping them clean. If not, you can wipe them down with a wet cloth. Make sure their environment is regularly cleaned and that any faeces or urine is cleaned up
Microchipped – it’s the law that all puppies or kittens must be microchipped before they are 8 weeks old and that their unique microchip number is registered with a pet reunification database, along with your contact details. Once you have sold your puppies or kittens, it is the responsibility of the new owners to change the contact details to theirs
Wormed – puppies or kittens can be affected by worms , even if they haven’t been outside. It’s important to worm your puppies or kittens when they’re young, to help keep them healthy. Puppies should be wormed at least twice, sometimes three or four times before going to a new home
Vaccinated – puppies and kittens can be immunised against a number of very serious infectious diseases. Talk to your vet about when these should be given
Socialised – the first 8 to 10 weeks of a puppy’s of kittens life are essential for teaching them how to interact with people, dogs and other animals. Introducing your puppies ior kittens to vaccinated o ther pets, children and strangers can all help your puppies or kittens grow up to be well-rounded dogs. Always supervise children when they’re around puppies.
Habituated – as well as getting used to other personalities, it’s important that your puppies or kittens are exposed to new sights and sounds. Try taking them into your garden or play music or different noises to them. Let them see the TV and experience the washing machine and hoover
Kept clean – you don’t need to bath your puppies or kittens, but you do need to make sure that their mum is keeping them clean. If not, you can wipe them down with a wet cloth. Make sure their environment is regularly cleaned and that any faeces or urine is cleaned up
Microchipped – it’s the law that all puppies or kittens must be microchipped before they are 8 weeks old and that their unique microchip number is registered with a pet reunification database, along with your contact details. Once you have sold your puppies or kittens, it is the responsibility of the new owners to change the contact details to theirs
Wormed – puppies or kittens can be affected by worms , even if they haven’t been outside. It’s important to worm your puppies or kittens when they’re young, to help keep them healthy. Puppies should be wormed at least twice, sometimes three or four times before going to a new home
Vaccinated – puppies and kittens can be immunised against a number of very serious infectious diseases. Talk to your vet about when these should be given
What to give your puppy buyers
When you finally sell your puppy or kitten, make sure that you give
your puppy buyers:
A signed copy of your contract of sale (otherwise known as a puppy contract) – This document protects you and the puppy or kitten buyer and ensures that there is documentation of all that was promised and agreed upon. The contract will need to be shared with the potential puppy or kitten buyer in advance so that they have time to read and think about the contract before they sign it. A template for a puppy contract can be found on our website . This contract will need to be signed by both parties and should contain:
o Information about the puppy or kitten
o The new owner’s details
o Your details
o Information about any endorsements
o Whether you have mentioned that the puppy or kitten needs to be neutered
o Any responsibilities or agreements that you and the owner have. Some breeders agree to take the puppy or kitten back if they aren’t a good fit with the family
Kennel Club Papers – If the dog is advertised as registered with The Kennel Club, you should provide the owner with a registration certificate and your puppy’s pedigree (family tree). The information you give them should also contain information and options on how you can transfer the ownership into your name .
Microchipping details – you should supply a microchipping certificate and information on where the microchip’snumber is registered
Vaccination and worming details
Copies of the mother and fathers’ health certificates to show that they have been health screened and what those results were
Insurance details (if you’ve chosen to insure the puppy or kitten)
Information to guide the new breeder on:
o Socialisation , exercise and training information
o Information about the breed , including advice on grooming
o Feeding advice , including information on the food and feeding schedule they were on while with you
o Worming regime (when the puppy was last wormed, the product used and when the next worming is due)
o Immunisation regime (what vaccinations, if any, have been done or which vaccines are recommended)
A puppy or kitten pack – some breeders give new puppy buyers a pack of essentials to get them started. This might include toys, a square of bedding that smells of the mother, food etc. Giving these things away helps the puppy settle in and is incredibly helpful to new owners.
A signed copy of your contract of sale (otherwise known as a puppy contract) – This document protects you and the puppy or kitten buyer and ensures that there is documentation of all that was promised and agreed upon. The contract will need to be shared with the potential puppy or kitten buyer in advance so that they have time to read and think about the contract before they sign it. A template for a puppy contract can be found on our website . This contract will need to be signed by both parties and should contain:
o Information about the puppy or kitten
o The new owner’s details
o Your details
o Information about any endorsements
o Whether you have mentioned that the puppy or kitten needs to be neutered
o Any responsibilities or agreements that you and the owner have. Some breeders agree to take the puppy or kitten back if they aren’t a good fit with the family
Kennel Club Papers – If the dog is advertised as registered with The Kennel Club, you should provide the owner with a registration certificate and your puppy’s pedigree (family tree). The information you give them should also contain information and options on how you can transfer the ownership into your name .
Microchipping details – you should supply a microchipping certificate and information on where the microchip’snumber is registered
Vaccination and worming details
Copies of the mother and fathers’ health certificates to show that they have been health screened and what those results were
Insurance details (if you’ve chosen to insure the puppy or kitten)
Information to guide the new breeder on:
o Socialisation , exercise and training information
o Information about the breed , including advice on grooming
o Feeding advice , including information on the food and feeding schedule they were on while with you
o Worming regime (when the puppy was last wormed, the product used and when the next worming is due)
o Immunisation regime (what vaccinations, if any, have been done or which vaccines are recommended)
A puppy or kitten pack – some breeders give new puppy buyers a pack of essentials to get them started. This might include toys, a square of bedding that smells of the mother, food etc. Giving these things away helps the puppy settle in and is incredibly helpful to new owners.
Collecting the puppy or kitten
Ask your puppy or kitten buyers to come and collect their new puppy from you. Try to avoid dropping off the puppy or kitten at a mutually
beneficial location, as this is a practice that is commonly associated with puppy farmers. Make sure that the puppy or kitten buyer pays you before you hand the puppy over.
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