Facilities (Buildings)
- Well-maintained, safe condition
- Cleanliness
- Adequate utilities
- Sufficient drainage
- Waste disposal
- Temperature range for needs of breed(s) present
- Proper ventilation
- Adequate lighting
- Shelter from elements
Our standards
Breeder Standards
Every Puppygram breeder is inspected on-site and held to the same standards for facilities, enclosures, health and records.
The law
FAQs about
Commercial Breeding of Dogs
- What standards of care must be followed?
- USDA standards of care as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (9 CFR 3.1-3.12) must be met, including housing, exercise, feeding and care.
- How will consumers know who is registered?
- Every breeder or broker must post, in a place clearly visible to the public, certification that he/she is registered.
What we inspect
Puppygram’s
Breeder Standards
Primary Enclosure (Cages, Pens, Kennels, Runs)
- Structurally sound
- In good repair
- Safe for dogs/puppies
- Properly sized
- Floor openings of appropriate size
- Solid floor meets requirements (size and structure)
- Adequate protection from predators
Animal Health and Husbandry
- Exercise space, access
- Socialization practices
- Food quality, availability
- Fresh water
- Cleanliness/sanitation
- Body condition, including general and dental health
Other
- Identification of individual animals
- Records and documentation
- Veterinary care, vaccination protocol
Get in touch
Have any questions?
Send us a message and a Puppy Ambassador will get back to you, or call the store nearest you.
- Indianapolis, Indiana (888) 577-8779
- Louisville, Kentucky (502) 694-6800
- Metro Detroit, Michigan (248) 439-0605
Puppy Ambassadors
Where Happy Dogs Meet Happy Owners!
Visit one of our three stores, or let a Puppygram Ambassador handle everything - from choosing your puppy to bringing them home to your doorstep with kisses and tail wags.
No puppy mill promise
- No puppy mill promiseBreeders we know and standards we publish.
- Health guaranteeVet checked, wormed and vaccinated.
- Doorstep deliveryHand-delivered by a Puppy Ambassador.
- Read our Health Guarantee