Verify the seller
Read the profile, look for earned Pawbe trust signals, ask for current photos or video, and make sure the details match across the conversation.
Browse with confidence. Ask good questions.
Pawbe helps people discover puppy listings and seller profiles. Before sending money or arranging pickup, use these simple steps to protect yourself and your family.
Ask about the puppy
Ask about age, health records, parent information, temperament, availability, pickup plans, and what comes home with the puppy.
Be careful with deposits
Do not rush into a payment. Avoid unusual payment requests, gift cards, crypto, wire transfers, or anyone who refuses normal questions.
Keep communication clear
Use Pawbe messages where available, save important conversations, and do not share more personal information than needed.
What Pawbe trust signals mean
Email Verified means the account holder confirmed access to that inbox.
Phone Verified means Pawbe marked a phone verification as complete.
Pawbe Verified Seller means Pawbe completed a manual review of the seller account.
Established Seller is earned after an account has been active for at least 90 days, has an active listing, and has a verified email.
Trust signals are helpful account indicators. They are not a guarantee of a seller, puppy, health status, or transaction.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to pay immediately or communicate only through unusual channels.
- Photos that seem copied, inconsistent, or cannot be updated on request.
- A seller who will not answer ordinary questions about the puppy.
- Payment instructions that change after you agree to buy.
- Prices that seem unrealistic compared with similar listings.
Something does not look right?
Contact Pawbe with the listing link, seller name, and a short explanation. Clear reports help keep the marketplace useful for everyone.
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