We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive pet community by implementing measures to protect the well-being of our members and their pets.
Before posting a pet listing on our website, we kindly request breeders to agree to our responsible breeding policy. We prioritise the well-being and welfare of every precious life in our community and require breeders to meet certain standards. These include ensuring proper health screenings and vaccinations, providing a safe and clean environment, offering appropriate socialisation and enrichment, and conducting ethical breeding practices that prioritise the health and temperament of the animals over profit. By agreeing to our policy, breeders contribute to the overall mission of promoting responsible pet ownership and creating a community where the highest standards of care are upheld. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of our beloved furry companions.
At Find Your Paws, we prioritise the online safety and well-being of both buyers and breeders through a range of comprehensive measures. To safeguard our community, we implement a verification process to ensure that breeders are reputable and responsible. We conduct thorough online checks to verify their credentials, ensuring they adhere to ethical breeding practices and meet our standards. Our platform also includes a robust rating and testimonial system, allowing buyers to make informed decisions based on the experiences of previous customers. We provide a dedicated customer support team that is readily available to address any concerns or issues that may arise during the pet finding process. With these measures in place, we strive to create a trusted and secure environment for all members of our pet community.
If you buy a pet dog or cat, it's important that you make checks to help combat the illegal trade in pet animals.
Some dogs and cats for sale in the UK have been imported illegally from abroad. This puts the health and welfare of the animals and the general public at risk.
Dogs and cats that are illegally imported for sale or rehoming may be:
If you find that your new pet has been imported illegally, you may have to pay for costly quarantine and veterinary bills.
Follow these guidelines to make sure you help combat the illegal trade in pet animals. If you plan to buy a cat or dog:
If you plan to buy a puppy or kitten:
Contact Find Your Paws via email or your Local Authority Trading Standards if you’re concerned:
We take the prevention of unethical breeders and irresponsible buyers, on our platform, very seriously. Users are not able to search for banned breeds and we operate a zero-tolerance policy on profanity. To read our banned words list or make a suggestion, Click here.
We strongly recommend that breeders of high-risk dog and cat breeds conduct specialised health checks such as; DNA Tests, Eye Tests, Hip Scoring and Elbow Grading to ensure the overall health and genetic soundness of the animals. Look out for this information on the pet listings.
These checkpoints may include comprehensive genetic testing to identify potential hereditary diseases or conditions that are more prevalent in certain breeds. Additionally, regular health screenings, such as hip and elbow evaluations, cardiac exams, and eye tests, should be carried out to detect any potential issues that could affect the breed's quality of life. By adhering to these specialised health checkpoints, breeders can proactively address health concerns, make informed breeding decisions, and contribute to the long-term well-being of these high-risk breeds. Our platform encourages and supports breeders in their commitment to responsible breeding practices, ensuring that the pets available through our website are healthy and of the highest quality.
Find Your Paws takes the health and well-being of every pet seriously, especially when it comes to high-risk breeds. For breeders listing high-risk cat and dog breeds on our platform, we strongly recommend a series of specialised health checks before creating a pet advertisement. These health assessments are designed to ensure that the animals offered for adoption are in optimal health, free from genetic or breed-specific conditions that could affect their quality of life. By proactively encouraging breeders to undertake these comprehensive health checks, Find Your Paws aims to elevate the standards of responsible breeding, promoting transparency and fostering an environment where both breeders and potential buyers can have confidence in the health and happiness of every pet on our platform. This commitment reflects our dedication to the ethical treatment of animals and sets a new industry standard for responsible pet ownership.
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