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## What does it take to be a Petland Batavia, Illinois breeder?

Petland Batavia, Illinois 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 Batavia, Illinois, 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 Batavia, Illinois, 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 Batavia, Illinois 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 Batavia, Illinois.

## Proud supporters of Canine Care Certified

Petland Batavia, Illinois 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 Batavia, Illinois?

Browse our available puppies — each one from a breeder we know and trust.

[Browse Available Puppies](https://www.petlandbatavia.com/available-pets/)

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      AVERAGE     Based on 358 reviews                    Posted on Google        Kevin     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing staff. All very nice and answered all my questions. I loved all the dogs but I had to see the dog named Kevin! I went in with a completely negative view on petlands but the staff really changed my mind by going over all the breeder info, If I am ever in need of a puppy I will go there and you should too.         Posted on Google        Cecilia Caballero     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We came at a time they were very busy and never once did we feel rushed, or given attitude while asking questions. The two on staff were amazing and sweet!         Posted on Google        Noelle Chaney     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went in to get my dogs nails trimmed and was met with a smile and warm greeting from an employee, Dean. The trimming was quick and they really showed my scared dog good care. It was the most pleasant experience I’ve had when it comes to some of these pet places!         Posted on Google        Shayna V     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We just went for a walk”puppy therapy.”
Look at how cute they are.
I was a little surprised that considering how few customers were in at the time & yet we only got a “let us know if we can help you with anything” and that was it.  There were plenty of employees in store, as it was probably the beginning of the Friday night shift, before families started coming in.
I had made an appointment, just in case we decided to see any of the dogs.
I guess I’m accustomed to the employees being more personal and wanting to tell me things based on the conversation my group is having without me having to reach out to them.              
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