Dog breeders must be licensed by us if they:
- breed 3 or more litters a year, unless they can show that none of the puppies have been sold
- advertise dogs for sale and make more than £1,000 for a whole litter
If you think someone is breeding dogs illegally or running a puppy farm, or if you have any concerns about the welfare of the dogs they're breeding, you can report it to us online.
When reporting a concern about a dog breeder, you will need to tell us:
- your name, email address or phone number so we can contact you for more information
- any details you have about the breeder
- your concerns and any evidence you may have such as photos or advert links