--- title: "Our Breeders" id: "190775" type: "page" slug: "our-breeders" published_at: "2022-06-22T01:40:25+00:00" modified_at: "2026-02-10T16:50:04+00:00" url: "https://www.petlandrobinson.com/our-breeders/" markdown_url: "https://www.petlandrobinson.com/our-breeders.md" excerpt: "Our Commitment Petland’s mission is to enhance the human-animal bond and provide life-long companions for our customers. We’ve created strict requirements to help us follow that mission. Petland is dedicated to improving conditions for all dogs in the communities we..." --- ## What does it take to be a Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA breeder? Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA works only with breeders who meet applicable licensing requirements and established regulatory standards. Breeders are selected based on strong compliance histories and adherence to animal welfare and veterinary care guidelines. When required, breeders maintain appropriate state-level licensing, and out-of-state breeders operate under their respective state regulations. Many breeder partners also participate in recognized breed and care certification programs and must meet additional program standards to maintain those credentials. In some cases, we may work with small hobby breeders who specialize in a single breed. These breeders are carefully screened and must follow our humane care guidelines and medical protocols. When you purchase a puppy from Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA, you are choosing a source committed to responsible breeding, regulatory compliance, and transparent care standards. Our breeder standards - Licensed & regulatory-compliant - Strong compliance histories - Animal welfare & veterinary care - Recognized certification programs - Carefully screened hobby breeders How we source## Our approach is different At Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA, our approach to sourcing quality puppies is different from most other pet stores. We use state and federally licensed breeders — but that is not the end of our buying standard, it is just the beginning. Our owner and managers travel all over the country to personally visit our sources, so we know each breeder we support. We have visited kennels in Iowa, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin. Since the beginning of 2014, we have taken over 20 breeder inspection tours and traveled over 35,000 miles visiting over 300 kennels. It is a massive investment of time, effort, energy, and money to KNOW where our puppies come from. This page is continually updated as we visit more and more breeders. We want you to be proud and confident that your Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA puppy came from one of the best breeders in the country. ## Recent Kennel Tours Watch our latest kennel-tour videos and get to know the breeders behind our puppies. Our kennel-tour videos are coming soon. In the meantime, meet the puppies available now at Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA. ## Proud supporters of Canine Care Certified Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA has been an early supporter of Canine Care Certified breeders. Canine Care Certified is a nationwide, voluntary program that addresses the health and overall welfare of dogs in the care of breeders in the United States. It is the only program that not only incorporates measures of the physical health of dogs and puppies raised by breeders, but also strongly emphasizes their behavioral well-being. The certification program is based on standards developed and led by Dr. Candace Croney, Ph.D. at Purdue University in 2013. Consumers and pet owners can be assured that dogs and puppies raised by the program’s certified breeders are cared for under stringent standards. [Learn About Canine Care Certified](https://vet.purdue.edu/ccc/consumers.php) ## Ready to meet your new best friend at Petland Robinson, Pittsburgh, PA? Browse our available puppies — each one from a breeder we know and trust. [Browse Available Puppies](https://www.petlandrobinson.com) ``` Petland Robinson 2274 Google reviews Write a review Posted on Google Elaine Y Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ricky was very helpful with the purchase of my new fur baby. Very friendly and informative. Posted on Google Peggi s Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We got our Chihuahua at Petland .Bri took care of us and was very helpful. We left with confidence knowing we had made a good choice and we would come back here anytime for anything. Posted on Google Ryan S Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Shadan and Bri, thank you. Hayley- you were so kind. If you’re looking for a healthy puppy, don’t waste your time somewhere else. Posted on Google Caleb L Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Shadan was very helpful. Told them I had to go to work and they made the process very fast and seamless Posted on Google Juliana G Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Today I got my little baby Spur, a cowboy corgi!!!! Tiderro was so much help and answered all the questions I had. Thank you for helping me find my little baby. :) Posted on Google Blake G Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Walked to look at the puppies and looked found a beautiful little mini schnauzer girl that looked like our old female. She’ll be a great addition to our family. Tiderro was amazing and amazing at understanding our history with schnauzers and how we were trying to heal from losing ours. ```