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AKC Breeder Programs & Services connects prospective pet owners with American Kennel Club-certified breeders. Covering multiple breeds, AKC Breeder Programs & Services also offers health screenings, aiming to uphold breed standards and ethics.

Pros
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities
  • Knowledgeable and friendly staff
  • Positive customer service experience
Cons
  • Poor communication from breeders
  • Health issues in puppies reported
  • Misrepresentation of breed characteristics

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    Reviewed Oct. 24, 2025

    We were contacted regarding our activity of raising 4 litters with AKC within the last 12 months to which we replied we have not and one of their investigators - Jeremy ** was extremely rude, aggressive and very threatening to the point I stated I was going to call the police and report him. I contacted AKC about the incident and they replied on same day of my compliant that — Please be advised, pursuant to Chapter 4, Section 7 of Rules Applying to Registration and Discipline any individual who refuses to consent to an inspection will be subject to disciplinary action. The Rules Applying to Registration and Discipline are available for review on the AKC with my AKC privileges being placed on referral effective today right after my compliant! AKC BREEDERS BEWARE!!!

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    Reviewed Oct. 1, 2025

    If you love GSD BEWARE: most of these Shepards born in USA have hip dysplasia that has strong genetic trait (moderate estimate 60 % inheritance). Do NOT buy a puppy from irresponsible breeders who did not screen their dogs either in OFA or PennHip. AKC is just a profanation. They do not enforce health standards. When your very much-loved puppy will become a disabled, immobile dog around 3 years old…your heart will be broken!!

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      Customer ServiceTechStaff

      Reviewed July 15, 2025

      Several months ago I purchased a papillon puppy from Janie ** on AKC market place. I was told in writing that I would get full breeding rights. At the airport she only had the vet records, no akc papers, contract or even a receipt. She said that I would have to use the texting we did as proof that I would get her papers. After I received the puppy she blocked me from texting. I contacted akc and sent them all of the conversations between her and I showing she said I was to get breeding rights. After 5 months I finally get the akc papers in the mail with the breeding rights pin blocked. I would never recommend buying a puppy off AKC marketplace as they did not help very much but definitely don't buy from JM (Janie Marie) **. In my book she turned out to be a scammer.

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      Reviewed June 25, 2025

      Total scam! They basically canceled the registration, didn’t refund, because “their registration says it’s not guaranteed” and their excused was that the dog may not be a purebred, yet they refused to do a DNA test because AKC dna doesn’t determine breed, gender or colors. Basically a total scam! DNA does NOT determine the breed of the dog yet they said the puppy/dog may not be purebred, how can they determine that without a DNA testing that can show the relationship between the parents and the breed. If the DNA doesn’t provide the breed, at least should tell you if the sire and dam are related. They refused to do a testing.

      They basically take your money and a few years later cancel your registration if you don’t spend money on their cheap products. Total scam! Stay away from AKC. The testing is by pictures that anyone can get from google searched. A joke! It’s laughable how they do business! It’s not even accredited with the Better Business Bureau **. Only have 1 star with Better Business Bureau.

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      Customer ServiceSales & MarketingStaff

      Reviewed June 10, 2025

      I would NOT recommend this breeder (Supernova English Labs / Lane Rae Beagles) to anyone as we had a very bad experience with them. The breeder refused to answer very important questions and was very rude to us for asking them. We were not given all the documents when picking up our puppy and had to ask for them numerous times and still have not received everything. Their advertisement on the AKC website when purchasing our puppy was not truthful as they did not furnish some items that they had listed they would furnish. This breeder was very unprofessional to say the least.

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      Customer ServiceTechPunctuality & SpeedRefunds & Payouts

      Reviewed Sept. 25, 2024

      Watch out. This guy is a thief! Put deposit on a dog on 4/18/24. I ended up in the hospital a few days later and decided to hold off on the dog for a while with the full intention of getting one when my health was better. The contract clearly states “NO MONEY REFUNDS UNDER ANY CONDITION ONCE THE PUPPY IS PAID IN FULL.” I paid half and not in full. He says he doesn’t have to refund my money but will when he gets his tax refund. This was 5 months ago! How can a business selling all these dogs not afford to refund $1250. There was absolutely no follow up on his end and got mad when we called to follow up. Strange because when we wanted to buy one he was in touch almost everyday. I will be happy to send anyone a copy of the contract which clearly shows the refund policy. BEWARE OF THIS SHADY OPERATION!!!

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      Staff

      Reviewed April 24, 2024

      It's a fantastic organization to make sure puppies and mums are looked after and not taken advantage of for money. The breeder always has puppies in stock. Had a nice experience by visiting here. I would make sure to visit again if I need.

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      Reviewed April 13, 2024

      Pup: Akita. Everything that could happen in the sale of a registered animal, went south. Went to the AKC Marketplace Website, since they clearly advertise that, "Founded in 1884, the not-for-profit AKC is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health, and training information for all dogs. AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports." This is false and misleading since I purchased a pup from a breeder whom they acknowledge had registered my pup parents with them, gave three different DOB, and then the pup becomes unregistered when the breeder sells me the pup for full price, and no papers. ON the night of the sale, the breeder and her husband came to my home, gave my son an envelope, while handing me the pup, left and shortly upon leaving, after opening the envelope, found no sellers papers or contract in the sale of this AKC Register Pup.

      I contacted the seller, now she comes up with an elaborate lie that she made a mistake and could not register the pup. I then contacted AKC Marketplace, and to my surprise, they did have the pup registered but told me I need owner to give me the papers, signed on the back transferring the ownership to me. A short time later after this did not happen, AKC contacts me back to say the owner will take the pup back, and I can get my money back for the pup. Pup and my family have bonded. Was told upfront by AKC that the dog did indeed have papers. Now the AKC and owner is taking their word back and saying a mistake was made by them both. Sounds fishy to me. Stop doing business with the shaggy, fraudulent, misleading advertising marketplace, unless you want to pay full price for a pup you can adopt for 3/4 the price. I was swindle out of a large amount of money, with no where to go for help.

      Tried reporting them to the BBB, which offered little help. Where do you turn when they are all crooks? Please run, run, run from the AKC Marketplace, as this company is not an old established non profit business, they are a new way to steal money from the consumer, and they support the crooked breeders who false advertise on their website. Everything bad that could happen in the sale of this pup to me, happened, and left me mentally scarred for life. Just run, and keep on running from the AKC Marketplace, DO NOT TRUST THEM!!! Date of experience: February 29, 2024.

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      Reviewed April 2, 2024

      WARRIOR K9 and specifically BLACK SABLE MALINOIS on Google are complete scums and scammers for anyone who is wanting a working line or even a confident malinois. They sold me a crazily genetically nervous dog when I told them exactly what I wanted. I asked for a contract of all of the rights and info, the parents, everything in detail. They shortly after told me they "forgot" that the sire was different than what was mentioned (working line sire) and never gave me a contract I requested and just a stupid AKC registration form. I took her to TWO reputable trainers and a dog behavior specialist and they said she is genetically timid and not a working line due to her extreme fear of everything and hesitation to new things.

      She's scared of trash cans, anything that moves, ANY noise...within the first week I had mentioned this and both companies (same business partners, different company names) had told me that they don't want the puppy back and that they don't have my money anymore and that it's basically my problem (her website states she'll take back any of her dogs at any time)....turns out the pedigree of the pup is very watered down as well. She kept lying to me saying the dog will simply "get over it", I researched and paid more than a few grand for a genetically confident and healthy dog so I could start at a good point and build from it, not get the most fearful one and work 10 times more with all that money. In the end, they ghosted me for the entire month and the "big boss" blocked me, what kind of a business does that?

      The breeder who sold me the dog just wants to make a quick buck and doesn't care what genetics her pups take on as long as they look beautiful for uneducated people. They not only never reached out about coordinating whether it's rehoming the pup or taking it back and refuse to give me my money back, and wouldn't answer any of my direct questions about when the dog can be picked up (I even offered to drive the dog anywhere it needed, including out of state). For anyone who doesn't know, a breeder who refuses to not only take back a dog but refund the money, especially shortly after getting the dog is a backyard breeder, a scum, and a terrible breeder.

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      Reviewed Oct. 21, 2023

      Updated on 10/21/2024: On August 26, 2023, I purchased a mini goldendoodle puppy from Alaska with Creamy Retrievers LLC. The breeder released the puppy at 7 weeks old without sign off from a licensed Vet, which is illegal under California Law for puppies under 8 weeks old. When I brought the puppy home, my family and I noticed issues with his vision. An Ophthalmologist diagnosed him with optic nerve hypoplasia, a rare congenital defect heritable in poodles, which caused him to be completely blind.

      I was refunded the puppy’s full purchase price and reimbursed for Vet expenses related to his diagnosis, and I kept the puppy. This was a stressful situation that I did not expect from purchasing a puppy, but I am satisfied with the outcome. With the love and support from my family, this blind puppy will live life to the fullest.

      Original Review: Buyer Beware: Alaska ** with Creamy Retrievers LLC in Shingle Springs, CA unlawfully sold me a 7 week old mini golden doodle without having him signed off by licensed Vet, as required by California law for puppies under 8 weeks old. She withheld this fact until I took the puppy home and asked her numerous times for her Vet’s contact information. After noticing issues with the puppy’s vision, I consulted my Vet, who confirmed my suspicions and directed me to an Ophthalmologist, who diagnosed the puppy as BLIND at birth. It has been a huge undertaking to care for a blind animal. I consulted professionals and was told that an experienced and reputable breeder would have easily seen something wrong with the puppy. The breeder claims to have 8 years of experience and never had a problem with her puppies.

      When I reported the issue to the breeder and inquired about a resolution plan, she immediately directed me the original contract agreement. She insisted on no wrongdoing and reiterated her no return policy. She broke the law and lied to sell me the puppy. How is our agreement still legally binding? After discussing the issue over the phone and exchanging multiple email proposals, we were unable to agree on a resolution. Under the Puppy Lemon Law, I will be suing her for a full refund and reimbursement of all applicable expenses. As a first time puppy buyer, I did not see the potential red flag warnings:

      When I met her in person to see the puppy and submit a holding deposit, she didn’t have a printed deposit contract for me to review. I was asked to view and sign the tiny print on her phone. When questioning her about the risk of the puppy having health issues, she insisted there would be nothing wrong and she that would take him to the Vet prior to releasing him. She described her health guarantee, and reassured me there has never been a health issue with any of her puppies. When I met her to pick up the puppy, she said didn’t have time to prepare the final documents for me to review and sign, and that she would send them to me. I agreed to pay her the final amount in exchange for the puppy. Without seeing the medical records, I was unaware the puppy had not been seen by a Vet. Had I known, I would not have taken the puppy that day, despite the long drive to meet them.

      Lessons learned:

      * Dog adoptions and sales soared during the pandemic, adding to the increase in dog breeders. Although there are many reputable breeders, be aware that there are many that are irresponsible and unethical. They can lead you into believing they are reputable, but they will reveal the type of breeder they are when something goes wrong with your purchase.

      * Governing agencies rely on the public to help them monitor and stop unlawful animal breeding practices. If you suspect illegal or unethical activities, report it to your local Animal Services Agency or law enforcement.

      * Even if you signed a contract with a breeder, there are laws that protect consumers from unlawful acts. Resources are available online to help you recoup your money.

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