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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 · Jun 1, 2021

“Love the puppy. ..she's adorable, sweet, playful and housetrained. I thought the communication with Pawrade could have been better....more coordinated among the various people i dealth with. I would have preferred to deal with one person for the entire process instead of 4 different people who didn't know other parts of the process. Thanks ”

Lori B. · Plaistow, NH
Verified · May 31, 2021

“An absolute pleasure”

Derek B. · San Fernando Valley, CA
Verified · May 31, 2021

“great buying experience kept me informed through whole process. would reccomend them to evrryone!!! thank you for my besutiful puppy”

Weldon T. · Wake Forest, NC
Verified · May 31, 2021

“It was very nice doing business with this company they were spot on on everything they kept me informed on how the dog was doing plus plenty of pictures I could ask any questions I wanted the dog arrived on time unharmed and playful I'm very glad my daughter sent me to this company in their direction thank you for everything and the people that delivered the dog were wonderful handle us thank you again”

Ernest S. · Lynn, MA
Verified · May 31, 2021

“Love my puppy she is beautiful ”

Erica · Enfield, CT
Verified · May 31, 2021

“So happy she got here. I love her so much and her personality is so cute. Thank you so much for putting up with me.Everyone has been so nice.”

Bonnie S. · Las Vegas, NV
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 · May 31, 2021

“Pawrade is professional. Every step of transition is smooth: reserve puppy is easy and fast, payment is secure, delivery is safe, puppy care is detailed, puppy health is guaranteed. A true five star service. I'm very happy I have chosen Pawrade. BTW, our new puppy Daisy is just lovely and so cute and healthy. Thank you, Pawrade!”

Julie L. · San Mateo, CA
Verified · May 30, 2021

“I love pawrade I was nervous at first but delivery was successful!!! Great job!! ”

Italia R. · Folcroft, PA
Verified · May 30, 2021

“I was very happy with the process of getting my new puppy hear the couriers were great everybody kept in good contact and let me know step by step what was going on”

Robert S. · Deford, MI
Verified · May 30, 2021

“My experience with choosing my new puppy friend was seamless from start to finish. Communication for the most part was exceptional. Renee, the travel concierge stepped in as our flight companion to help get him from the breeder to my home when previous plans fell through. She was awesome with making sure he was comfortable during his long flight to the east coast. Even freshened him up and had him smelling lavender fresh when he arrived.”

Bianca W. · Windsor Mill, MD
Verified · May 29, 2021

“The entire process has been great. I've been walked through the process from start to finish. We were placed in contact with the breeder and our pickup was smooth. Pawrade responded to all our questions in a timely manner. ”

Jennifer T. · Corona, CA
Verified · May 29, 2021

“Pawrade was great! Very helpful in the process and it made for an easy and safe way to get the puppy I wanted! ”

Johnirenea L. · Fort Worth, TX
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 · May 29, 2021

“I helped my parents purchase a Sheepadoodle and Pawrade was so professional and helpful. They went above and beyond to make sure the pup was getting a good home and after we purchased the pup they followed up, called gave information, sent info., did a info call and more. After we picked up the puppy they continuously checked on the pup! Pawrade is above the rest. They care for both the pups and the families. We have had dogs our whole life and this was above an amazing experience. I would highly recommend Pawrade for your next forever friend.”

Kim K. · Orlando, FL
Verified · May 28, 2021

“I love baby Joey (Noah). He has been such a blessing and so adorable! Fun loving attitude! He loves to play hard and snuggle sweet!!.. Thank you for my sweet baby!! ”

Debbie O. · Dallas, TX
Verified · May 27, 2021

“Very good experience. Easy to purchase and place. The Pawrade team does a good job at reaching out to coordinate everything with the breeder and to ensure we are prepared with all we need for the puppy as well as our obligations. They truly care about the puppies they place. Our puppy, Charlie, is very happy in his new home. ”

Adam P. · Parlin, NJ
Verified · May 27, 2021

“Awesome professional experience. Answered all my Questions and were very quick with responding. ”

Cynthia O. · Minooka, IL
Verified · May 26, 2021

“Fantastic experience from beginning to end, and we love our Dog!”

Scott K. · Lake Ozark, MO
Verified · May 26, 2021

“Great costumer service ”

Taniya B. · Katy, TX
Verified · May 25, 2021

“I really liked the initial person that I worked with who told me if the puppies I was interested in were still available; however, I did not like working with the individual who helped me after I had purchased my dog. She was quick to respond, but she was not adequately responsive. I would ask multiple questions in one message, and she would only answer one. She was also very unhelpful in trying to schedule my pet to be picked up. She told me I could fly in and pick him up but never clarified the airport, so I booked a ticket to the wrong airport (the city she originally told me). Then after I had paid for it to be changed and 2 days before I was to leave, she told me I could no longer come because my dog was obviously going to be too big to fly back with me. If that was something that she or the breeder knew was a possibility before hand, I wish they would have communicated with me to save me time and money. ”

Response from PawradeKendall, we apologize if you felt our communication dropped off some once you spoke to our travel concierge. I went ahead and reviewed your conversation history and I see where Shannon did indeed state the breeder could meet at either RSW or PGA airports. You then requested if the breeder could meet you at two other airports further away. When that wasn't an option, you requested to meet at RSW and that was confirmed. There was a little uncertainty about how you planned to travel back with the puppy, at one point you mentioned you were driving with the puppy back to Houston. Our travel travel concierge should have confirmed that detail before you booked a return ticket, that's a change we will ensure happens moving forward. We are glad it all worked out in the end and your puppy was delivered happy & healthy.
Kendall B. · Houston, TX
Verified · May 25, 2021

“The minute I saw Beau I knew he was going to be a part of our family. From the first call I knew I found the right place. Morgan was wonderful. She answered all of my questions and explained the process. She gave me contact numbers so I could speak with her directly if I had any questions. Then I met Shannon our travel concierge. Shannon explained exactly what would happen next. Everything was so easy and so well coordinated. We bought our little guy on May 19 and he was vet checked and delivered on the 24th. I would recommend Pawrade in a heartbeat!”

Vivian F. · Las Vegas, NV
Verified · May 24, 2021

“Great experience! We absolutely love our breeder and our brand new baby pup!!!! So happy!”

Chase B. · Atlanta, GA
Verified · May 24, 2021

“I was so anxious to finally meet Wrigley so the wait felt like forever! But we are happy with him! He's such a smart and loving little guy and my family and I are lucky to have him!”

Raquel D. · Los Angeles, CA
Verified · May 24, 2021

“I love my new Fur baby he's perfect. The process was very easy. What I didn't like was that I wasn't told that the airline don't fly puppies if it's over 85 degrees until I had purchased. I was told the puppies are in a temperature controlled area, so in my mind why if it's over 85 the puppies can't fly. I used the nanny and it was cheaper and I was very satisfied with the nanny service. The nanny send pic doing traveling. I think you should have more than 72hr to see vet because it's a pandemic. I had a hard time finding a Vet, I did but it wasn't easy. My puppy is health per the Vet very satisfied with my new baby.”

Tee M. · Atlanta, GA
Verified · May 23, 2021

“We received our Cane Corso puppy (Eris (Nirobe)) on 5/22/21 and she arrived in great health and was immediately in a playful mood with my 5 year old son. The whole process was very easy and I worked with a man named Peter who was very informative and communicated every step of the way and if he didn't know something he didn't hesitate to contact the breeder with my questions, whether it be day or night. So with that being said, a HUGE thank you to Peter at Pawrade and Eris' breeder, Cydney! Regards, Josh L. and family”

Josh L. · Horseheads, NY
Verified · May 23, 2021

“Absolutely incredible service to the beginning to the end , everyone keep me informed over the details, we are so in love with Zeus 'Enzo' , thank you all ! Little but little Zeus are getting comfortable with his new Family and his siblings 'the cats', but we are noticed already his big and goofy personality!!”

Gislaine I. · Newport, NH
Verified · May 22, 2021

“Staff is so kindful,helpful,. They guide proper way which is good for you ....overall I m satisfied!”

Patel A. · Carlisle, PA
Verified · May 22, 2021

“I love my puppy!”

Sara H. · Hooksett, NH
Verified · May 22, 2021

“Ace arrived on time and happy!!I have enjoyed working with Pawrade to get the puppy I wanted! I would highly recommend to anyone searching for their special puppy to work with Pawrade!!”

Maryanne P. · Rochester, NH
Verified · May 21, 2021

“I got a hug and a kiss as soon as she was handed to me. She is gorgeous.”

Angela B. · Pelham, NH

*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 →

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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.