Many ads are blatantly flouting new laws compelling sellers to list identifying details, some using obviously fake numbers such as “123456”. Under the law, every ad must include the dog’s or cat’s ...

Thousands of bully-type dogs are still being sold online to anybody without checks. There are currently 1,303 American Bully dogs and puppies for sale on Freeads, while on Pets4Homes there are 866 ...

Animal welfare groups have expressed concern about the growing trend of pets being sold via classified websites, where callous breeders can operate in plain sight without consequences. Four Paws ...

Animal lover Casey Kemp has a dire warning for Aussies using classifieds website Gumtree to rehouse their pets for free. It’s been claimed the online marketplace is a dog fighting group’s dream. “With ...

Bronwyn Orr works for RSPCA Australia. She is affiliated with the Australian Veterinary Association. Susan Hazel receives funding from the Pet Welfare Foundation. She is affiliated with the Australian ...