Dog Bill of Sale Template

A dog bill of sale records the sale of a puppy or adult dog with the breed, sex, date of birth, color, microchip and registration, plus the price and any health guarantee. Breeders use it for every puppy; private sellers use it so the new owner has proof of ownership for vets, registries and licensing. Pick your state and the form adapts to its rules.

State

What is being sold

Dog Bill of Sale

Seller

Full name

Street address

City, state, ZIP

Phone

Driver's license or ID number (optional)

Buyer

Full name

Street address

City, state, ZIP

Phone

Driver's license or ID number (optional)

Dog details

Dog's name

Breed

Sex

Date of birth

Color and markings

Microchip number

Registration (AKC etc.)

Vaccinations and health records provided

Price and terms

Payment

Sale price ($)

Date of sale

Sold as-is, no warranty. Recommended for every private sale. Add two witness signature lines

Known defects or extra terms (optional)

Why a dog bill of sale matters

Proof of ownership for licensing, vet records and microchip registration.
Registries like the AKC require the breeder's signature to transfer.
Records the health guarantee, or the lack of one, in writing.
Settles a dispute if the dog is lost or claimed by someone else.

Before you sign

Record the microchip number and update the chip registry after the sale.
List vaccinations given and the next due dates.
If there is a health guarantee or a spay/neuter requirement, write it in the terms.
Breeders: keep a signed copy with the litter records.

Dog Bill of Sale by state

Rules differ by state: some require a bill of sale for every sale, some only when the title has no price, and a few want it notarized. Pick yours for the exact rule, the form number and the agency.

Common questions

Is a dog bill of sale legally binding?+

Yes. Dogs are personal property in every state, and a signed bill of sale is a contract that proves the sale and its terms.

Should a puppy bill of sale include a health guarantee?+

Most breeders include one, often 48 to 72 hours for a vet check and one to two years for genetic conditions. Write the terms in the extra terms field; without them the sale is as-is.