The short answer
To earn PawTrace verification, gather: government ID, any business registration and provincial licence or permit, CKC registrations if applicable, health-test results for breeding dogs (OFA or equivalent and DNA panels), microchip numbers, and your vet's contact details. Each tier checks more of these at source.
Identity-Verified
- Government-issued photo ID
- Business registration, if you have one
- Provincial licence or permit where required (NB, QC 15+, MB, YT businesses)
Health-Verified
- OFA or equivalent results for each breeding dog
- DNA panel results, with the lab name
- CKC registrations, if purebred
Fully-Verified
- Microchip enrolment for each puppy
- A vet-confirmed record for each litter
- A signed contract template with a take-back clause
Frequently asked questions
How long does verification take?
Usually a few business days once all documents are uploaded. Health tests are checked directly with the lab or registry.
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