How do I list a puppy?

All new Puppies.com accounts are automatically set up with Buyer privileges, allowing you to search for dogs and message members to find your perfect puppy. Once you are ready to use the site as a Seller, simply create your first listing to begin advertising dogs you have for sale.

Make sure to review our Listing Guidelines before you proceed. Also, before you create your first listing, please know that you may only advertise dogs that you personally own and that are currently in your personal possession. This ensures a transparent and safe experience for everyone on Puppies.com.

To Create Your First Listing:

1. Start your listing.

Desktop: Sign in and click List a Puppy at the top of the page.
Mobile: Tap the Menu icon (three lines) in the upper-right and select List a Puppy.

2. Complete your Profile. If this is your first time listing, you will be prompted to Create a Profile. (Check out our Create a Profile article for instructions if necessary.)

3. Fill in the details. Complete all required fields (marked with an asterisk *).

To enter the Breed, type the breed name and select the correct option from the dropdown menu. A teal "Breed Tag" will appear to confirm your selection. You can add up to two breeds to indicate a mixed breed.

4. Upload your photos.

Click the Click to upload __ more photos link at the top.
Select your images and click Open or Done.
Wait for the status bar beneath each photo to fill and disappear; this ensures the upload is complete.

5. Edit your Photos (if necessary).

Click on the thumbnail (i.e. the preview image) of any uploaded photos to edit.

To crop the image, click and drag the blue border to resize the crop area. To reposition the crop, click and hold inside the selection and drag it over the part of the photo you want to keep.
To delete the image, click Delete at the bottom.
To add a caption to the photo, enter text in the field labeled Title.

Click Submit at the bottom to save changes.

6. Set your Main Photo. Drag and drop the thumbnails to reorder them. The first photo on the left is your Main Photo, which will appear as the primary image in Searches.

Pro Tip: Your Main Photo should feature the advertised dog only. Avoid using photos of the full litter or the parents as the primary image to ensure clarity in search results.

7. Save. When finished, click Save Listing at the bottom of the page.

Once you've created your first listing, your account will automatically be submitted for approval by our Support Team. Once your account is approved, you'll receive a complimentary three-day trial membership to get started on the site.

Once you've created your first listing, you'll be free to create additional listings: accounts with a Standard Membership (or a three-day trial) can post up to 20 listings at a time, while accounts with a Premier Membership can post up to 40 listings at a time.

To Create A New Listing:

Access the New Listing Page:

From a previous listing: After saving, select Create a New Listing for a blank form, or Add Another Puppy From This Litter to automatically import the breed, price, birth date, gender, and description to save yourself time.
From your My Listings page: click the orange + New button.

Fill in the details. Complete all required fields (marked with an asterisk *).

To enter the Breed, type the breed name and select the correct option from the dropdown menu. A teal "Breed Tag" will appear to confirm your selection. You can add up to two breeds to indicate a mixed breed.

Upload your photos.

Click the Click to upload __ more photos link at the top.
Select your images and click Open or Done.
Wait for the status bar beneath each photo to fill and disappear; this ensures the upload is complete.

Edit your Photos (if necessary).

Click on the thumbnail (i.e. the preview image) of any uploaded photos to edit.

To crop the image, click and drag the blue border to resize the crop area. To reposition the crop, click and hold inside the selection and drag it over the part of the photo you want to keep.
To delete the image, click Delete at the bottom.
To add a caption to the photo, enter text in the field labeled Title.

Click Submit at the bottom to save changes.

Set your Main Photo. Drag and drop the thumbnails to reorder them. The first photo on the left is your Main Photo, which will appear as the primary image in Searches.

Pro Tip: Your Main Photo should feature the advertised dog only. Avoid using photos of the full litter or the parents as the primary image to ensure clarity in search results.

6. Save. When finished, click Save Listing at the bottom of the page.

To capture a buyer’s attention and manage your sales effectively, keep these final tips in mind:

Prioritize Photo Quality: Use high-resolution, well-lit photos. Your Main Photo should be a clear shot of the individual puppy looking toward the camera without littermates in the frame. If the dog is too young for a good individual photo, simply crop a litter photo using the instructions above to show the dog the listing advertises only.
Be Detailed: Describe the puppy’s personality and temperament. The more information you provide upfront, the more confident buyers will feel reaching out to you. Think about what makes your dog stand out...include information that can help the buyer form a bond with the dog immediately.
Be Transparent: Clearly state your shipping, delivery, or pickup policies so buyers know exactly what to expect. This helps to avoid any confusion down the road. The clearer you are upfront, the fewer questions you'll have to answer later.
Keep Listings Current: To provide a great experience, update your listings as soon as things change. Mark a listing as On Hold once you’ve received a deposit or reserved a dog for a buyer, and mark it as Sold once the puppy is in the buyer's possession and the sale is complete. Check out Editing and Managing your Listings for instructions.