Australian Kelpie puppies
It is illegal to sell them until they are 8 weeks. Puppies under 8 weeks can be advertised but not sold. Read more.
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Description
Beautiful Australian Kelpie puppies ready to find their forever homes. These puppies come in stunning shades of Brown/Tan and Black/Tan, with both males and females available.
Four males (Black/Tan and Brown/Tan)
Two Females (Black/Tan)
Each puppy has been microchipped, vaccinated and wormed, ensuring they are healthy and ready to join your family.
The Australian Kelpie is renowned for its active and energetic temperament, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy an active lifestyle or as a working farm dog. Known for their intelligence and agility, Kelpies excel in various dog sports and make exceptional companions for those who can provide ample physical and mental stimulation.
If you're looking for a lively and devoted addition to your home, these Kelpies could be the perfect match.
Microchips Info
Chip # | Sex | Colour | Status |
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972274200580382 | M | Brown / Tan | For Sale |
972274200580376 | M | Brown / Tan | For Sale |
972274200580355 | M | Black / Tan | For Sale |
972274200580359 | F | Black / Tan | For Sale |
972274200580378 | M | Black / Tan | For Sale |
972274200580380 | F | Black / Tan | For Sale |
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Tips for purchasing a puppy
Remember: A puppy is for life, not just for Christmas🎄.
- Ask sellers to provide an ID (driver's licence / passport) and take note of their contact details. You will also need to provide the same & a proof of address to transfer the microchip to your name.
- Note microchip IDs posted here (972274200580382, 972274200580376, 972274200580355, 972274200580359, 972274200580378, 972274200580380) and check the microchip certificates (important) when you visit to make sure they match and the sellers details are on the certificate too (see example microchip certificates).
- Do not purchase a dog without seeing a microchip certificate. It is illegal to sell a dog without a microchip that's fully registered (info).
- See puppies in their home environment and see the mother of puppies.
- Make sure the puppy is 8 weeks before taking ownership of the dog (closer to 10-12 weeks is even better).
- Do not pay a deposit until you've met the owner & puppy in person.
- Do not purchase a dog from a seller in a car park or other business location.
- Consider buying a puppy starter pack of essential items .
- Ask sellers about the vet who has taken care of the dogs. Ask for the dog's vaccination certificate(s).
- Use our contract template www.dogs.ie/contract or another as a basis for a written contract & ask for a written receipt.
- It's best not to bring young kids to first meetings, to avoid disappointment in the case you decide not to buy a dog.
- This seller is a Registered Seller of Pets, ask to see their Registered Sellers ID from the Department of Agriculture.
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Microchip requirements for dogs in Ireland
Legally all dogs over the age of 12 weeks must be microchipped. All dogs advertised for sale also need to be microchipped and registered with one of the four approved Irish databases, Animark, Fido, IKC or Irish Coursing Club. Fines can be imposed for being in possession of a dog that is not microchipped.
You can click to see some public details of the dog microchip on the Europetnet website. Always ask to see the microchip cert when you view a dog and crosscheck the owners details.
Laws about microchipping are covered in the Microchippng of Dogs Regulations 2015 (S.I. No. 63 of 2015), section 3(2).
Minimum age for selling puppies in Ireland
Legally, puppies must be at least 8 weeks old and fully weaned before they can be sold and leave their mothers. Puppies can be advertised before the 8 weeks, but not sold. Closer to 10-12 weeks is recommended for separating the mother from its puppies.
This ad states the date of birth is 07/10/2024 adding 8 weeks to this would mean the earliest date of sale should be Monday, 02/12/2024.
This is set out in the Animal Health and Welfare (Sale or Supply of Pet Animals) Regulations Act of 2019 Section 3.
Registered Seller of Pets in Ireland
Any person selling or supplying six or more pet animals in a year is required to register with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and the Marine (DAFM). These people must maintain certain records regarding pet animals kept for sale or supply and ensure the correct information is place in the ad, e.g. country of origin, microchip number, etc. Registration is free and easy to do by filling out and submitting a form.
More about this process can be seen www.gov.ie/registered-pet-sellers plus a list of current Registered Sellers can be seen. If you have any questions you can contact petsalesregister@agriculture.gov.ie, or call the Department directly on 01 607 2862.
This is set out in the Animal Health and Welfare (Sale or Supply of Pet Regulations) Act of 2019.