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Pawrade Reviews: 19,144 verified customer reviews from real families

Happier pups. Brighter tomorrows. ♡

Real families, real puppies, real homecomings — collected after delivery from verified Pawrade customers. This is what happens when a puppy is examined by a licensed veterinarian before it travels, a named person walks you through every step, and the breeder is paid only once your puppy is home.

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Verified · Jul 13, 2023

“Pawrade made the purchase of our new family member so easy. Thank You pawrade.”

Storm C. · Highland, CA
Verified · Jul 13, 2023

“Pawrade was everything I had hoped for and more. They really do exactly what they say they will do. Purchase went very smoothly. Couldn't ask for better service.”

Joey T. · Winston Salem, NC
Verified · Jul 13, 2023

“The process with Pawrade was seamless. Our Wheaten puppy arrived as planned and is a delight. Our only concern and it might be a major one depending on follow-up tests is that he has an undisclosed heart murmur that could require lifelong treatment.”

Jocelyn D. · The Villages, FL
Verified · Jul 13, 2023

“Met the breeder for the handoff of the puppy. Everything went smoothly. Puppy is happy and healthy!”

Nicky D. · St. Louis, MO
Verified · Jul 13, 2023

“Great experience ! Everything went smooth and my little puppy is nice and healthy!! Thank you ”

Angela S. · Brooklyn, NY
Verified · Jul 12, 2023

“Such a simple process from start to finish with no details left out. I would highly recommend anybody looking for dog or cat PS she's already extremely spoiled. I could not ask for a better dog.”

Tom B. · Little River, SC
More reviews below · skip ahead But first — a puppy with a health care system? Ours have one. ♡ Skip to reviews ↓
Why the reviews read like this
Most people never knew a newborn puppy could have proactive health care. Ours do.
Our Process →
Screened breedersEvery one vetted and signed to the No Puppy Mill Pledge before a puppy is listed.
Vet exam before travelA licensed veterinarian examines the actual puppy; findings are shared with you before the trip.
A named advocateThe Lois, Shannon, Jason and Tara in these reviews are real people on our team.
Paid on deliveryThrough PetPay, the breeder isn't paid out until your puppy is in your arms.
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Verified · Jul 12, 2023

“I WAS NEW AT THIS SO I WAS HAPPY WITH EVERYTHING. EVERYONE WAS AWESOME AND HELPED ME OUT WITH EVERYTHING. I RECAMEND GOING GROUND TRANSPORTATION AND NOT AIRPORT BECAUSE OF CANCAILATIONS.”

Cindy G. · Dayville, CT
Verified · Jul 12, 2023

“Pros & cons in our experience. Pros: wide selection of puppies and prices; Pawrade folks knowledgeable & patient, shared a lot of great information. Cons: Biggest con was travel arrangements. Our puppy needed additional medical care before he could travel (fine & understandable), but transportation wasn't arranged for him for an entire additional week after vet ok'd him. Was told would take a couple days for him to get to us, it took almost a week. No pictures of him being picked up, no updates during the delivery about how he's doing. Second con has been post-delivery; lot of pressure for what's required to be done once puppy arrives, including vet visit within 72 hours. Again, understandable, but - once our puppy was delivered, the entire Pawrade staff has disappeared. No acknowledgement of our document submissions, no check in about how delivery went or how he's doing. Odd for folks who are "all about puppies." Would recommend Pawrade w cautions.”

Sonya L. · Decatur, GA
Verified · Jul 12, 2023

“I purchased Aiden, now Brodie, was marketed as a Moyen size poodle. Breeder said stud was 10 lbs. and dam 40 lbs. anticipating this litter to be 30 lbs. Brodie arrived and was huge. He is estimated to be 45-52lbs instead! Although he is adorable I would have passed and looked for a different opportunity to purchase the size needed. There is a disclaimer for size but had the sire and dam been the sizes stated this pup would not be this large. In addition did ground transportation option and would never use it again. No transparency in the delivery and conditions. By the time Brodie got to me he had been traveling for 4 days ( and I live 6 hrs from Breeder) I asked how many pups were in the extended van being transported and the delivery personnel said in this trip 30! A likely opportunity for spreading illness let alone dehydration issues. This is not the first time I have used a broker service but certainly the last time I will use Pawrade. ”

Lindsay H. · Gallatin, TN
Verified · Jul 11, 2023

“Really good just one thing that got me is them saying they washed her but she smelled like pee and the white on her legs were yellow ”

Arien C. · Hobbs, NM
Verified · Jul 11, 2023

“Very happy with Pawrade and the two men who transported our Golden pup. The (less than 5) 4 star is from a breeder concern after our veterinarian raised the concern and placed our pup on a probiotic. ”

Dennis & Ria S. · Oak Point, TX
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“Pawrade was great. There was some miscommunication with my puppy's transport date, but he arrived in great shape and I'm over all extremely happy.”

Shawn M. · Knoxville, TN
More reviews below · skip ahead More below — but families keep raving about the same things. ♡ Skip to reviews ↓
What families mention most
Read the 19,144 and a few words keep coming up.
Communication Delivery updates Arrived healthy A person by name Zoom with the breeder Supply checklist On time Bonded instantly

Every review is from a verified customer and posted as written. We read each one, reply when we can, and thank the families who keep sending us their puppy’s first-day photos.

Customer Videos
Prefer to watch? Families filmed the whole thing.

Airport meets and doorstep deliveries, first nights home, Meet-a-Breeder interviews, Pawrade Live — every touchpoint of the process, told by the people who lived it.

Delivery days · Breeder interviews · Customer stories · Pawrade LiveWatch customer videos →
The word that comes up most

“Communication” — because it’s never just you and a breeder.

You, the breeder, and your named Pawrade advocate — in every conversation, on every channel. Guiding, educating, and keeping the record. You are protected.

Never alone, not for a minute. ♡
Talk to a specialist(888) 729-8812A real person · Daily 9AM – 11PM EST
You & your familyAsk anything, any time.
PawradeYour named Concierge, start to finish.Always in the room
The breederAnswers about the litter, on the record.
Recorded & retained
3-way Message Center

You, the breeder and your Concierge in one thread — every message logged.

Recorded & retained
Video call

Meet the breeder and the puppy live. Calls are recorded and kept on file.

Recorded & retained
Phone call

A real person, daily 9AM–11PM EST. Calls are recorded and retained.

Never a he-said, she-said. A live animal and high emotions on both sides — the record is what protects you, and it holds every party to their word.
More reviews below · skip ahead Proactive care for newborn puppies. Now you know. Skip to reviews ↓
Puppy first, before the review

A strict health protocol is why “arrived healthy” shows up so often.

Pawrade pioneered proactive health care for newborn puppies — analysis, prevention and intervention before a puppy ever travels. No puppy leaves for a Pawrade family until a licensed veterinarian has examined it, and if anything needs attention, the trip waits. The puppy’s health comes before anyone’s calendar.

Puppy first, every step of the way. ♡
Our Puppy First Approach →
Screened breeders only

Vetted and signed to the No Puppy Mill Pledge before a single puppy is listed.

Licensed-vet exam, 3–5 days before travel

A full physical of the actual puppy — not the parents’ paperwork.

Fecal test, vaccines, deworming

Recorded on the Veterinary Health Report and reviewed by our Health First team.

A finding pauses the trip

A positive fecal or a cough moves the date until the breeder’s vet resolves it. The sale stands; the puppy decides when.

Findings shared with you

Communicated before travel and uploaded to your PetPay account; a hard copy travels with the puppy.

Health Guarantee, independently administered

3 years included, extendable to 10 — run by PetPay, not the breeder.

“Thanks to the breeder who did such a great job raising, vaccinating and caring for our puppy. She arrived in great health and instantly bonded with our family.” — Kevin B., Loveland, CO · Olivia, Mini Dachshund
Set up to succeed

We prepare the family, not just the puppy.

A good placement is one that lasts. So the same team that screens breeders and reads the vet exam also teaches new owners what the first days, weeks and months look like — before the puppy arrives.

The Puppy Guide

Supplies, first 72 hours, potty and crate basics — sent before arrival.

72-hour vet visit

We ask every family to see their own vet within three days, and explain why.

A concierge who teaches

Your named advocate answers the “is this normal?” questions, from reserve to the first weeks.

Where not to go yet

Parks, pet stores and clinic floors wait until vaccines are done — and we tell you so.

A healthy start for a happy tomorrow. ♡

“They were in high communication — updates, checklists of supplies, and support through the full delivery process. Start to end I felt supported and clear.”

William T. · New York, NY · George, Cavapoo
The checklist William mentions is the Puppy Guide every family receives before arrival — food, crate, the 72-hour vet visit, and where not to take a puppy until its vaccines are done.
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“Everything went pretty well with Pawrade. I really appreciated everyone's help. There was a little confusion about communication as there were several options to do so (message center, email, text). I didn't care for getting a different team member. The transport team was great, even though communications didnt start where I was expecting them to. But overall, they did a great job re: my new puppy and we are over the moon thrilled with him!”

Colleen C. · Crestline, CA
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“We are so truly in love with our new addition to the family. Pawrade by far was the easiest and smoothest transaction when searching for our new fur baby. I highly recommend. We are already searching for another baby to bring home.”

Courtney K. · Melbourne,FL
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“Excellent communication, this is our 2nd puppy from here. Shipping does take a few days and can be expected at any hour, she arrived at 2:30 a.m., not an ideal time but it comes with the territory.. ”

Kevin C. · Fairhaven, MA
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“Well to say Encanto is a sweet angel is an understatement she has adjusted so well with the rest of the pack that she knows this is home. She loves harassing the cats too. She's a small girl and happy she is part of our family can't wait for next month for the next one to join our pack. Thank you again for all the communication and making us a priority it's really appreciated on our end ”

David W. · Bakersfield, CA
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“This was and is a wonderful experience. I would recommend Pawrade to anyone looking for a happy and healthy fur baby. ”

Letitia D. · Onalaska, WI
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“Amazing experience! From beginning to end, they kept me informed. I will definitely use them in the future. We couldn't be any happier. ”

Melissa L. · Pembroke, NH
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“We love our new golden, Tato! Pawrade made the process of selecting, purchasing, and picking up our puppy seamless, and we so appreciate their ethics and commitment to a puppy-first approach, to standing up against puppy mills, predatory veterinary clinics, and animal cruelty. I will be recommending Pawrade to everyone I know who's in search of a new pet!”

April P. · East Troy, WI
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“We had a wonderful experience with Pawrade. Devin was very helpful on the front end, Kelly, our customer support liaison was always there to answer questions, supply pictures, and generally putting me at ease with the process, and Reagean, our travel concierge helped round out the strong team. Where it may not be exactly the way we've purchased a puppy before, we understand the levels of protection put in place to ensure everyone's safety in these unpredictable times. Our puppy had a clean vet check once home, and is thriving in her new environment. Thank you Pawrade! ”

Sally A. · Marietta, GA
Verified · Jul 10, 2023

“From the first contact, the folks at Pawrade did a great job helping us find our dream puppy. They even helped us navigate bringing him to our state, which was a bit complicated. Thanks so much!”

Naomi R. · Portsmouth, NH
Verified · Jul 9, 2023

“We love our frenchie ”

Josh I. · Los Angeles, CA
Verified · Jul 9, 2023

“It was about a 5 1/2 hr drive to where I picked him up and another 6 hrs home, he emptied his stomach a couple of times on the ride home. But is such a happy boy and full of energy, overall everything was perfect!”

Aida S. · Reedsburg, WI
Verified · Jul 9, 2023

“Working with Pawrade was smooth and easy. The care of the puppy is a priority and they make sure they're going to good hands. Everyone I spoke with was very nice and respectful. I would highly recommend using them to find your next pet!”

Stephanie A. · Cleveland, OH
Verified · Jul 8, 2023

“Communication and my sweet baby are perfect. Areas of improvement: 1. The puppy I picked I planned perfectly for after my trips during the month only to find out my girl was older than listed and would be delivered a month sooner. 2. Late night/overnight deliveries should be told to the buyers well in advance. As a Working mom, getting a late night 12 am delivery was unexpected and not appreciated. I love my girl and would otherwise recommend your company 💕”

Galena N. · St. Petersburg, FL
Verified · Jul 8, 2023

“The advisors were very helpful and answered every question. They did some digging to find a good match since I had some restrictions. When I had trouble with a link they worked with me to resolve the issue. The delivery folks were great and took great care of the puppy.”

Harriet P. · Bolton, CT
Verified · Jul 8, 2023

“Beautiful puppy. Easy to work with. Customer service and follow up is top notch. Delivery was easy to set up. ”

Dawn S. · Granby, CT
Verified · Jul 8, 2023

“Julia, who is now Tausha, arrived in the best of shape and so eager to get into more loving arms. The transportation van did an excellant job with her. Thank you, Mary Frederickson”

Mary F. · Pensacola, FL
Verified · Jul 8, 2023

“This is a great service and very easy. Everyone is very friendly and responsive and they work to make this a seemless simple process. Definitely recommend Pawrade!!! Thank you for everything and my new addition to my family.”

Stephanie A. · Woodland Park, CO

*Reviews are syndicated weekly; we request reviews from real customers after they take delivery of their puppy. Also independently reviewed on Trustpilot.

Pawrade reviews, in numbers
19,144verified customer reviews, collected after delivery
96.6%satisfactory score · Grade A+
4.7out of 5 — here and independently on Trustpilot
2003the year Pet Media, Inc. started placing puppies
Real families. Real puppies. ♡

Pawrade reviews: what customers say about finding a puppy here

Pawrade customer reviews are requested from every family after their puppy is delivered and published as written. Read enough of them and a pattern shows up: people write about the person they dealt with by name — Lois, Shannon, Jason, Tara — about drivers and flight nannies who sent photos along the way, and about a puppy that stepped out of the carrier healthy, ate, played and slept that first night. Many admit they were nervous about finding a puppy online; the reviews are largely the story of that nervousness turning into confidence.

Pawrade is also reviewed independently on Trustpilot, where it holds an Excellent rating from more than 7,500 reviewers — a second, third-party read on the same experience.

Why Pawrade reviews read the way they do

Happy homecomings are designed, not lucky. Every Pawrade breeder is screened and signed to the No Puppy Mill Pledge before a puppy is listed. Every puppy is examined by a licensed veterinarian before it travels, and the findings are shared with the family — Pawrade’s Puppy First Approach to proactive health care for newborn puppies. A named Customer Concierge stays with you from reservation to arrival, every message, call and video call is kept on record, and through PetPay the breeder isn’t paid out until your puppy is home.

Then comes the part most puppy sellers skip: preparing the family. The Puppy Guide, the 72-hour vet visit, and a concierge who answers “is this normal?” for the first weeks are why so many reviews mention feeling supported after the puppy arrived, not just before. See how our process works →

You've read the reviews
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Puppy first, every step of the way. ♡

Lois, Shannon, Jason, Tara — the names families thank are the names you'll be calling. Daily 9AM – 11PM EST.