Ethics and safety
Everything we do at Perfect Pets is built on one principle: the welfare of animals comes first. These pages explain how we maintain our standards, verify every breeder on our platform, and help you make informed decisions — from the checks we run before any account goes live, to the legislation that underpins responsible breeding, and what to do if something doesn't look right.
Our pets deserve to be healthy, bred with care, and placed in loving homes. That's why every dog and cat breeder on Perfect Pets has been individually and manually checked by our team to ensure they meet our standards and registration requirements, are members of a respected breeding council or association, and are bound by a strict code of ethics. No automated approvals. No exceptions.
How we verify breeders
Our verification process
How we vet every breeder — our two-layer process covering registration checks, manual review, ongoing monitoring, and what happens when issues arise.
Our breeder standards and practices
What we require from breeders on health testing, documentation, socialisation, and long-term support — and what you should expect when buying from a Perfect Pets breeder.
Verify a breeder yourself
How to verify a breeder in Australia — state-by-state checklist
The definitive guide to mandatory breeder ID numbers (BIN, Source Number, DACO) across every State and Territory, with direct links to official government registers.
Find a verified breeder
Registered dog breeders
Browse our directory of Dogs Australia registered dog breeders across all States and Territories.
Registered cat breeders
Browse our directory of registered cat breeders — all verified members of ANCATS, and The Australian Cat Federation (ACF) and The Coordinating Cat Council of Australia (CCCA) affiliated bodies.
Staying safe
Pet scam alerts
Our scam database is updated every 48 hours. Check known scam sites, report suspicious activity, and learn how to protect yourself from pet scams.
Complaints policy
How to report a concern about any breeder, rescue, or service listed on Perfect Pets. We investigate every complaint.
About us
Our commitment to animal welfare and rescue
How Perfect Pets supports animal welfare and rescue organisations across Australia.
The team keeping you safe
Meet the people behind Perfect Pets and learn about our approach to keeping the platform trustworthy.
Jane Goodall's message to animal lovers
A personal message from Dr Jane Goodall about Perfect Pets, our mission to end puppy farming, and why she recommends families come to us for guidance.