PUPPY TIP: Start with your breed’s AKC club directory—it’s the most reliable place to begin your ethical breeder search.
Your Due Diligence, Done Right
Before You Commit
What's Included:
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AKC Parent Club–based research
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Side-by-side breeder comparison
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Structured written due diligence report
Finding a responsible breeder often means hours of digging through outdated websites, navigating confusing directories, and making call after call hoping for clear answers.
Puppy Due Diligence replaces that uncertainty with structured research and documented findings. We investigate breeders, verify health testing, and organize everything into a clear written report—so you can evaluate your options without pressure or guesswork.
Features | QUICK CHECK | SNAPSHOT | STANDARD | PREMIUM |
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Ideal Stage | You’ve identified a breeder and want an independent review before placing a deposit. | You’re early in your search and want structured insight into the breeder landscape. | You would like breeder outreach and clarification handled for you. | You want personalized consultation, broader outreach, and deeper comparison to support your final decision. |
Delivery Timeline | 3–4 business days | 5 business days | 2 weeks | 3 weeks |
Client Consultation | — | — | — | ✓ |
Best For | Reviewing one specific breeder | Surveying multiple breeders in your region | Full concierge research & breeder outreach | Personalized, expanded review with consultation |
Breeders Covered | 1 breeder | 5 AKC Parent Club breeders | Targeted outreach to selected breeders | Broader outreach pool as appropriate |
Public Health Testing Review | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Direct Outreach to Breeders | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
An Objective, Third-Party Review
Ethical Clarity for Your Puppy Search
Our research focuses exclusively on breeders listed through each breed’s official club—the organization recognized by the AKC as the official governing body for that breed in the U.S. These directories are curated by the breed community and generally reflect recommended ethical breeding practices, maintain transparent health testing, and prioritize long-term canine welfare. We do not locate puppies through marketplace sites.
Like a home inspection before a major purchase, Puppy Due Diligence provides an objective, third-party review of breeder information—helping you interpret findings, assess risk, and understand realistic options before committing.
Why Choose Us?
Responsible Breed Knowledge
We collect and summarize publicly available breed standards and health-testing recommendations—so you don’t have to sort through numerous sources.
Thorough Breeder Research
We review breeder websites and reach out to them directly to gather health testing information, insight into their breeding philosophy, and find available puppies and waitlists.
Clear, Actionable Reports
We compile everything—health testing details, breeder practices, availability, and insights—into a straightforward, easy-to-understand report with a vetted shortlist and next steps.
Contact Us
Have questions or need assistance in finding a responsibly bred puppy? Reach out to us. We're here to help!