: Puppies.com (formerly PuppyFind) is a large-scale classified directory where breeders list directly. While it offers convenience, it is a "buyer beware" platform where you must do your own extensive vetting of individual sellers.

Purchasing a puppy online has become a standard starting point for many prospective owners, but it requires extreme caution to avoid scams and unethical "puppy mills." Reliable sources range from official breed marketplaces to specialized screening platforms that vet breeders before listing them.

There are three primary types of online platforms for finding puppies: