Start with the Right Animal
Tell us your species, experience, facilities, herd companions, breeding goals, location, timeline, and non-negotiable traits. A good match matters more than moving an animal quickly.
Review the Listing and Records
Read the full description, known limitations, registration status, pedigree, testing, health history, breeding or production information, price, and terms. Ask questions before paying a deposit.
Deposits, Reservations and Payment
Deposits and reservation terms should identify the animal, amount, balance due, deadlines, refundability, and circumstances that could change the sale. Do not assume terms from another listing or previous season apply.
Health Paperwork and Transfer
Required certificates, testing, registration transfers, bills of sale, and interstate documents depend on species, age, destination, registry, and law. Buyer and seller should confirm responsibilities before transport.
Pickup and Follow-Through
Arrange safe transport through our pickup guide. We prefer to be included in the transporter selection process and can provide a list of transporters that we have used in the past that are satisfactory. Review the current listing and keep copies of records supplied with the animal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an inquiry reserve an animal?
No. Reservation occurs only under the terms stated for the listing, usually after acceptance and any required deposit.
Are deposits refundable?
Refundability depends on the written terms for the specific sale. Read them before paying.
Who pays for health paperwork and transport?
Responsibilities vary by sale and destination and should be agreed in writing before pickup.
When is registration transferred?
Transfer timing depends on full payment, registry procedures, and the sale terms for the individual animal.