Thinking about buying a puppy or buying a dog?
There are many important things to consider when purchasing a pedigree puppy or pedigree dog and our Find a Puppy Service will give you the right information to help you find your new best friend.
Before buying a puppy or a dog, ask yourself:
- Can I afford to have a dog, taking into account not only the initial cost of purchasing the dog, but also the ongoing expenses such as food, veterinary fees and canine insurance? As a very rough estimate a dog can cost £25 a week.
- Can I make a lifelong commitment to a dog? - A dog’s average life span is 12 years.
- Is my home big enough to house a dog?
- Do I really want to exercise a dog every day?
- Will there be someone at home for a dog? - dogs get lonely just like humans.
- Will I find time to train, groom and generally care for a dog?
- Will I be able to answer YES to these questions every day of the year?
If you have answered ‘no’ to any of the above, you should think again before buying a dog.
If you have been able to answer ‘yes’ to all the questions you can follow the four steps below to assist you in finding your perfect companion.
- Choosing the right puppy/dog
- Finding the right pedigree dog breed
- Finding the right dog breeder
- Find a Puppy
- Find a Pedigree Rescue Dog
- Discover Dogs

Kennel Club Podcasts
Download and listen to informative podcasts presented by the Kennel Club's Secretary, Caroline Kisko.
- Benefits of owning a dog podcast (MP3)
- Buying a puppy podcast (MP3)
- Advantages of pedigree dogs podcast (MP3)
The following four steps will assist you in:
Step 1 - Choosing the right puppy/dog - this section offers advice on choosing a suitable puppy or dog, whether it be a pedigree puppy or adult dog or a crossbreed. It now includes information on rescue societies and our new Find a Rescue Dog search.
Step 2 - Finding the right pedigree dog breed - every pedigree dog breed has its own characteristics and if you match these with your personality and lifestyle, it is much more likely that you will have a happy and fulfilling relationship with your dog.
Step 3 - Finding the right breeder - including the Kennel Club Accredited Breeder Scheme
Step 4 - Find a Puppy - this section includes the Kennel Club's Find a Puppy search and information about puppy dealers.





