10-Step Certified Process

Breeder Verification Process

Every breeder on Nearby Pets India goes through a rigorous 10-step certification. Physical farm visits, live video-call tours, AWBI compliance checks, and 6-monthly re-verification — no shortcuts.

Browse Verified Pets How We Deliver

🏠 Physical Farm Visits In-person inspection

🎥 Live Video Tour Every facility recorded

📋 AWBI Compliance Legally verified

🔄 6-Monthly Re-check Ongoing certification

10-Step Breeder Certification

How we ensure every pet on our platform comes from a transparent, welfare-compliant, background-checked breeder.

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Step 01

Breeder Application Received

A breeder submits a detailed application with business registration details, breeding history, species list, facility photos, and location. Every application is manually reviewed by our team — there are no automatic or instant approvals on this platform.

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Step 02

Document Verification

Our compliance team verifies: business registration certificate, GST number, veterinary partnership proof, vaccination records for breeding stock, AWBI registration, and KYC identity documents. Any discrepancy results in automatic rejection.

✓ Business Registration

✓ AWBI Registration

✓ GST Verification

✓ Vet Partnership Proof

✓ Vaccination Records

✓ KYC Identity Docs

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Step 03

Full Background Check

A comprehensive background check is run: criminal record search, consumer forum complaint history, social media verification, reference checks from past buyers, and cross-validation against our internal blacklisted breeder database. Any red flag halts the process.

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Step 04

Physical Farm Visit by Trained Inspector

A trained Nearby Pets India inspector visits the breeding facility in person — unannounced where possible. The inspector evaluates: living space per animal, hygiene and sanitation, food and water quality, stress indicators in animals, medical records for all breeding pairs, and enclosure conditions against AWBI standards.

In-person visit — no virtual substitutes for this step

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Step 05

Live Video-Call Facility Tour

A live video call is conducted with the breeder, giving our review panel a real-time view of every corner of the facility — each enclosure, the medical area, outdoor spaces, and breeding pairs. The breeder must show all animals on demand. This session is recorded and archived for reference.

LIVE VIDEO CALL — Full Facility Recorded

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Step 06

Purebred Assessment & Breed Standards

A certified breed specialist evaluates the breeding pairs and recent offspring against recognised breed standards — conformation, temperament, coat, markings, and genetic lineage documentation. The breeder must demonstrate knowledge of the breed's health requirements.

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Step 07

Vaccination & Health Record Audit

All health records for the breeding stock and recent litters are audited for authenticity. We verify: vaccination schedules are current and administered by a licensed vet, deworming is regular and documented, and all veterinary consultation records are genuine and verifiable.

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Step 08

AWBI Compliance & Legal Review

We confirm full compliance with AWBI (Animal Welfare Board of India) guidelines for licensed breeding establishments, the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, and any applicable state-level breeding regulations. Legal non-compliance results in permanent rejection.

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Step 09

Certified Breeder Badge Issued

After passing all checks, the breeder receives our Certified Breeder badge. Their profile is listed on the platform with compliance details visible to buyers: documents verified, physical visit date, breed specialisation, and AWBI status. The certificate is valid for 6 months.

✓ AWBI Compliant ✓ Physical Visit Done ✓ Video Tour Recorded

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Step 10

6-Monthly Re-Verification

Every 6 months, all certified breeders go through a re-verification cycle: updated document checks, a surprise video-call or unannounced physical visit, and analysis of buyer feedback and complaint data. Certification is revoked immediately if welfare standards drop, complaints arise, or documents expire without renewal.

Why Our Breeder Verification Matters

The Indian pet market has many unverified sellers. Our process exists to protect buyers and animals alike.

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Animal Welfare First

Physical inspections ensure breeding conditions meet welfare standards — not just paper compliance. We check living space, diet, enrichment, and stress levels.

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Genuine Pedigrees

Breed standard review and DNA verification ensure the pets sold are genuinely the breeds advertised — no mixed breeds sold as purebred.

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Buyer Protection

Buyers can see a breeder's certification status, inspection date, and complaint history before purchasing. Full transparency builds trust.

Also See: Our Other Verified Processes

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Pet Purchase Process

15-step purchase flow with live video pickup, 25+ purity tests, full vaccination, and payment only on delivery.

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Safe Pet Transport Process

Custom crates, live GPS tracking, video calls during transit, and dedicated human escorts for every journey.

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Summary: How Nearby Pets India Verifies Breeders

Nearby Pets India does not accept breeders automatically. Every breeder must pass a 10-step certification process: document verification (AWBI, GST, vet records), a full background check, a physical farm visit by a trained inspector, a live video-call facility tour (recorded for archive), a purebred breed standards review, a vaccination records audit, and full AWBI legal compliance review. After passing, the breeder receives a Certified Breeder badge valid for 6 months, after which re-verification is mandatory. Breeders who fail welfare checks or accumulate buyer complaints have their certification revoked immediately. This process ensures that every pet sold on Nearby Pets India comes from a verified, welfare-compliant, legally registered breeder.

AWBI Verified Physical Visit Video Tour Recorded Background Check 6-Monthly Re-check