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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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Independently rated Excellent on Trustpilot →
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Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“We renamed Clever as Kevin! He’s such an amazing Great Dane. So loving so sweet such a gentle giant. Thank you so much Pawrade for bringing me my best friend!! He will be 4 in June!”

Katie S. · Encinitas, CA
Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“I love my new puppy! Pawrade was amazing to work with. Their communication was great and they made it so easy. I'm grateful to the wonderful staff there that helped m with this process!”

Dawn G. · El Cajon, CA
Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“Pawrade made it an easy transaction, sometimes the communication was slow but was fixed pretty quickly with a phone call. I have the perfect puppy and I love him so much, so thankful!”

Kimberly T. · Oil City, PA
Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“Our experience with Pawrade was excellent from beginning to end.”

Antonella D. · Norton, MA
Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“From beginning to end…it was a great experience! I purchased sisters and I am so in love!”

Lisa M. · New Smyrna Beach, FL
Verified · Mar 31, 2025

“Wonderful puppy we received!!”

Mary G. · The Villages, IN
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 31, 2025

“Had a wonderful experience with Pawrade. They responded quickly to all my questions. The transaction to pick up the dog was very easy and quick.”

Melissa C. · Tulsa, OK
Verified · Mar 30, 2025

“Rusty is the ninth Cavalier King Charles pup I have gotten using Pawrade. This transaction was just like all the others. Lots of communication and updates. Rusty came to me well socialized and is adjusting well to all his new buddies. If you are looking for a pup, please take a look at Pawrade.com.”

Donna D. · Islip, NY
Verified · Mar 30, 2025

“We are SO in love with our puppy. His breeders did a GREAT job with his care; he is literally PERFECT! From constant communication with the Concierges, to the delivery from Wags on Wheels, LLC, we have had the BEST EXPERIENCE with getting a puppy in our entire lives! And to think it all started with a Google Search! Thank you all, from the bottom of our hearts.”

Avantai M. · Porterdale, GA
Verified · Mar 30, 2025

“getting a puppy through pawrade was the best decision i ever made. i love my boy so much. people may think it’s a scam and it’s a bad idea but im glad i chose this company. everytime i called and had a question, they answered and helped with anything i needed. i wouldn’t have wanted to go through this process any other way!”

Jack D. · Adams, MA
Verified · Mar 30, 2025

“I have adopted two puppies through Pawrade and have had the best experience! Terrific communication and updates. Very helpful and informative. Thank you all very, very much! I love my puppies and am so grateful to have them be part of my family. ❤️ Kim”

Kim D. · Guilford, VT
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“LOVE my cavapoo. She is so playful and affectionate So grateful to have her”

Jan J. · Punta Gorda, FL
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 29, 2025

“The process of adopting my new best friend has been fantastic. Very smooth with no issues. My puppy and I have been inseparable since his arrival. Thank you.”

Brian H. · Kalamazoo, MI
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“Overall it was a very good experience but somewhat nerve wracking when we could not get a timely confirmation of when to pick up our puppy. Fortunately our requested pickup date was honored but it took a week and only 2 days advance notice to find that out. Other communication via chat was good. The puppy is wonderful and when we did get the breeder info we had an excellent conversation with great coaching on feeding and habits. The Pawrade to-do list ensures we will make sure we have a happy healthy start to our puppy’s new life with us.”

Janet C. · Tomball, TX
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“Lily is sweet”

Michelle N. · South Amboy, NJ
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“Very helpful! Easy to work with.”

Ida M. · Bridgeport, TX
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“From start (finding my fur baby) to finish (receiving my puppy in good health), Pawrade held my hand through the entire process with excellent communication along the way (quickly responding to any and all questions) - thank you Pawrade for making this adoption happen stress free!”

Nancy A. · Wildwood, MO
Verified · Mar 29, 2025

“I am so happy with my new baby. From the start of the process to the end was a great experience. All the staff were awesome and they were communicating with me thru the whole process and answered all my questions. Thank you all for all your help in getting my pup to me safe. She is doing great and is such a sweet girl.”

Barbara S. · San Antonio, TX
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“Your delivery crew were top notch ! Kept in contact all the way. Our puppy was delivered in great shape,she had a bath and was obviously treated very well upon delivery. Thanks to Zack & Mark”

Michael M. · Covina, CA
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“We are very happy with our new family member. We want to give a big thanks to Tara Wagner who helped us from start to finish. She made things happen.”

Mary R. · Albuquerque, NM
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“Great experience. We Love Antares! Working hard on the Potty Training!”

Joseph D. · Whitehall, PA
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“At first I thought this site was very expensive but, after getting ripped off… this is a safe site and there is never a question of payment. We had a small communication issue. But it was quickly taken care of! Thank you so much!! I wouldn’t have gotten my baby girl if it wasn’t for this site!!”

Tonya F. · Louisville, KY
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“It was a clear, smooth process. Great communication. Would recommend.”

Daniel G. · Marion, SC
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“We are so excited and in love with our new pup!”

Rob R. · San Diego, CA
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“Other than my toy poodle puppy is the largest one I've ever had or ever seen, he is adorable and everyone has fallen in love with him. He is very smart, for only 3 months old, knows his new name and is learning not to jump up on people. The whole experience went extremely well and I highly recommend Pawrade to find you the perfect pet. He is in very good health and survived the journey in remarkable, clean and happy condition.”

Bunny G. · Bradenton, FL
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“Great experience. Very professional Love my new little Keke 💗”

Debra D. · Carriere, MS
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“Overall we are so happy! Athena doesn’t look anything like the picture posted (looks like a different dog) but we love her already and she is amazing!”

Laura B. · Virginia Beach, VA
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“This has been the best experience in a long time . After my Shiba was stolen a few years back I finally got enough courage to adopt a new one and let me tell you Sage (formerly zora) has definitely been a bright light for me .. I cannot wait to surprise my 6 kids with her when they get home from spring break .. she is playful cute and super funny .. the whole experience from the purchase to delivery was more than amazing !! Thank you for giving the best possible experience!”

Dominique J. · Rialto, CA
Verified · Mar 28, 2025

“We are so pleased with the whole experience. And our new family member is a perfect fit!”

Melinda T. · Eugene, OR

*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.