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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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PawradeVerified reviews Grade A+ · 96.6% satisfactory19,144 Pawrade customer reviews, collected after delivery
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4.7 / 5· 19,144 verified
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Verified · Mar 16, 2022

“This whole transaction has been the best, from picking out my puppy until he was in my arms.🥰 I highly recommend 😊 If I could I would DO AGAIN 😊😊😊😊 THANK YOU FOR your professionalism and my wonderful baby boy 🐶🐶🐶”

Tonda W. · Sparta, MI
Verified · Mar 15, 2022

“Lira is everything we had hoped for. She is very energetic and loves to snuggle at tv time with her dad.”

Rob M. · Reno, NV
Verified · Mar 15, 2022

“Pawrade made it easy to adopt my new fur baby. They were very responsive and answered any questions I had during the adoption process. ”

Monica O. · Swansea, IL
Verified · Mar 15, 2022

“Matt is out dream Dog and Pawrade was excellent the whole process through!”

Tim A. · Soddy Daisy, TN
Verified · Mar 15, 2022

“Easy process, we had a bit of an issue with the delivery service but pawrade worked very fast to find us someone”

Shana M. · Fort Worth, TX
Verified · Mar 15, 2022

“Everything went smoothly.”

Dave & Diane C. · Venice, FL
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 · Mar 15, 2022

“Paw Rade was extremely professional and responsible. The breeder they represented was very reputable and the puppy we received was thoroughly healthy, up to date on all her vaccinations, adorable. Everyone we dealt with was thoughtful and very personable. My only complaint was that when her delivery was delayed for health reasons, totally understandable, we were not promptly informed or kept up to date on altered plans. Otherwise, we could not be happier with our new adorable pup. Thank you, Pawrade.”

Robert L. · Los Angeles, CA
Verified · Mar 14, 2022

“Not very happy, my puppy arrived with parasites. She's had diarrhea since we got her, thank god the veterinarian office opens today. Also, I was givin my registration paperwork for her, I paid about $3,000 dollars for her and not one time was I told I wasn't going to get breeding rights. Normally, if you won't have breeding rights they'll disclose that information to you. So here I am with a $3000 parasitic dog with zero breeding rights to guarantee I keep her bloodline in my family. I am not very happy. Great for assistance if you need to make payments for a dog, and their customer service has been great. But this is a huge problem. ”

Response from PawradeDavid, we are sorry if you assumed breeding rights were available. Every puppy on our site is sold as a companion only with a limited registration. While your puppy left with a clean bill of health prior to departure, stress from travel can cause any number of ailments for existing but dormant parasites to flare up. Stress exasperates the parasite (flares up) which then causes the puppy to have diarrhea. Once you get the results back from the vet, please be sure to submit a health claim so we can ensure you are covered. We wish you and Snow the best!
David E. · Lompoc, CA
Verified · Mar 14, 2022

“Sweet little puppy. She is healthy and happy and loved by all”

Mary H. · Plymouth, MN
Verified · Mar 14, 2022

“Pawrade is amazing. They are organized, attentive, helpful, and very responsible. I'm thrilled with their service, their regard for the health and safety of my puppy, and I'm also in love with my new buddy! Thank you!”

Alexandra H. · Warminster, PA
Verified · Mar 14, 2022

“This was very pleasant experience the whole way. Tony Lindsey and Shannon were big helps answered all my many questions and made me feel very comfortable. Thank you all for your assistance and support ”

Amanda L. · Akron, OH
Verified · Mar 13, 2022

“Excellent service. Puppy is beautiful and healthy. All of my questions were answered in a timely fashion & Pawrade contacted the breeder whenever I asked for more information. ”

Gail T. · Jacksonville, AL
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 · Mar 12, 2022

“Todd was amazing & professional 😁 thank y'all for my new puppy 🐶 ”

Donna W. · Fullerton, CA
Verified · Mar 12, 2022

“Words cannot express how my family feels having Winston join our family of 2 cats, fish tank, our girl Beagle Sophia, mom and dad. He's beautiful, is loving and has a wonderful personality thanks to the breeders he came from. I wanna thank Regina, Monica and Sandra for helping us on our journey to get Winston home as well as for the breeders to love him the way that they did. Our hearts go out to Pawrade Love the Wilson family”

Maria W. · Corning, CA
Verified · Mar 12, 2022

“My whole experience with Pawrade was excellent! The text chat was very helpful to stay in touch and ask questions along the way as well as the emails. Everyone was great to work with. When I was looking for a puppy I was hesitant to do anything online worried I would be scammed. I looked at the reviews and when I saw some five stars, I knew I was on track to selecting the right agency. I would give it a ten if I could!! We selected the option to fly Ruby. As nervous as I was it went so smoothly. After some welcome snuggles to the family, she settled right in. I will recommend Pawrade to anyone who asks about getting a puppy safely and securely. Thank you for helping us get our newest family member! ”

Ariel B. · Montpelier, VT
Verified · Mar 12, 2022

“Cooper arrived yesterday. The info sent prior to his arrival was most helpful. I recommend this breeder to anyone seeking a loving dog.”

Linda I. · Gloucester, VA
Verified · Mar 12, 2022

“You guys are the best.What a great experience.She is awesome. Thank you so much.”

David I. · Thornhurst, PA
Verified · Mar 12, 2022

“Our experience with Pawrade has been pretty fantastic. We got a beautiful, healthy, snuggly Goldendoodle puppy. The delivery service was very good. The puppy arrived clean and healthy at 4am in the morning. Thank you, Pawrade.”

Kasia D. · Thousand Oaks, CA
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“I just wan to say THANK YOU for our new family member. Everything was very easy. We are really happy.”

Rene G. · Fernley, NV
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“My puppy arrived safe and well. I've never purchased an animal this way, let alone having one flown, but Pawrade did a great job. My only concern is in scheduling the follow-up well being appointment. With difficulties in getting non-emergency vet appointments, I wish I had a little more time to get him scheduled after his arrival. However, I think my puppy arrived faster than usual. That aside, I still give Pawrade 5 stars.”

Jeff B. · Fernley, NV
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“This was a great process. When I saw my pup I knew she was the one and she did not disappoint. She is healthy and happy and just extra joy in my life. The delivery worked out great. They called and updated me along the ways and delivered when promised. I am not lonely anymore. ”

Elaine M. · Phoenix, AZ
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“The service is excellent, since the first day I received text with instructions of what to do next. I'm very happy with my little puppy. Thank you Pawrade.”

Miriam F. · Panama City Beach, FL
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“Exceptional service!!!!!”

Claire B. · Springfield Garden, NY
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“Love our new puppy and loved the entire process of getting him”

Chynel D. · Virginia Beach, VA
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“Thanks for getting our dog to us safely.”

Winston H. · Portland, Oregon
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“pawrade is a great place to find your next best friend they help you through the whole process and answer any questions you might have thank u pawrade for helping me find luka/Arnold ”

Martin S. · Hinsdale, NH
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“Little Lee is a beautiful puppy! Thanks to Pawrade we have a new and loving member of our family!!!”

Steven C. · Fort Myers, FL
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“The whole process from start to finish was well communicated. Even the carrier company gave us daily updates on how our pup was doing. We absolutely love our little guy and he has adjusted well to his furever home. Thank you. ”

Christi W. · Middletown, DE
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“Great company and best puppy ever. Very happy ”

Krystyn F. · Southlake, TX
Verified · Mar 11, 2022

“We received our new family member, Blaze, last night and we are absolutely in love. He has been perfect and we are so thankful for all your help bringing him home. From start to finish, it's been a great experience. We would definitely do it again.”

Maygan D. · Hazel Green, AL

*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
Now meet the people in them.
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.