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Get a Pet

Getting a Dog

Find your next dog among listings from breeders and private sellers. Skaffa Hund, founded in Sweden in 2019, is now called Get a Pet. It is the same marketplace with the same founders, now also for cats and across the Nordics.
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Pay With PetPay
The money is held until you have picked up the dog and you have both approved the purchase.
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How to Get a Dog, Step by Step

Six steps from the first thought to the day you pick up your dog.
Dog Owner Licence
  • 1. Is a Dog Right for You Now?
  • 2. What a Dog Costs
  • 3. Laws and Responsibility
  • 4. A Puppy's First Weeks
  • 5. Dog Body Language
  • 6. Socialisation and Training
  • 7. Health and Care
  • 8. Buying a Dog the Right Way

1. Think About Whether You Are Ready

A dog needs you every day for 10 to 15 years. Think through time, home, travel and allergies before you start looking. The Dog Owner Licence covers the essentials in 8 short modules.

2. Choose a Breed

Start from your everyday life: how active you are, where you live and how much grooming you can manage. The breed quiz suggests breeds that suit you.

3. Work Out the Cost

A medium-sized dog costs around 44 700 SEK in the first year, including 25 000 SEK for the dog. After that, food, insurance and vet visits cost around 1 400 SEK a month.
Labrador
SEK 25,000
Ragdoll
SEK 25,000
Poodle
SEK 25,000
Border Collie
SEK 25,000
Labrador
SEK 25,000
Ragdoll
SEK 25,000
Poodle
SEK 25,000
Border Collie
SEK 25,000

4. Find the Right Dog and Seller

Compare listings by breed, age and location. Choose a seller who tells you about the parents, their health and how the puppies are raised.
Kim
Alex

5. Meet the Dog and Ask Questions

Visit the seller and meet the puppy together with its mother. Ask about health tests, vaccinations and what is included in the purchase.
Buyer
Kim
SEK 25,000
SEK 25,000
Alex
Seller
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6. Sign the Contract and Pick Up Your Dog

Check the purchase agreement, vet certificate and microchip before you pay. With PetPay the payment is held until you have picked up the dog.
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Common Questions About Getting a Dog

What happened to Skaffa Hund?

Skaffa Hund is now called Get a Pet. It is the same marketplace with the same founders. Today there are both dogs and cats, in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland.

Does skaffahund.se still work?

Yes. The address sends you on to Get a Pet, so old links and bookmarks still work.

How do I know if I am ready to get a dog?

You are ready when you have time for the dog every day, can afford it every month and have a home where it fits. Also think about who looks after it when you travel. If you are unsure, look after a friend's dog for a weekend or take the Dog Owner Licence first.

Which dog suits a first-time owner?

Choose a breed that is easy to train and has moderate energy, such as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Bichon Frisé or Labrador Retriever. The breed quiz suggests more based on your everyday life.

Can I get a dog if I work full time?

Yes, if someone can take the dog out during the day. Under Swedish rules, an adult dog must be let out at least every six hours during the day. Dog daycare, a dog walker or lunchtime walks solve this for many people.

How much does it cost to get a dog?

A medium-sized dog costs around 44 700 SEK in the first year, including 25 000 SEK for the dog. After that, food, insurance and vet visits cost around 17 300 SEK a year. Calculate the cost of your dog in the cost calculator.

How old should the puppy be when I pick it up?

At least 8 weeks. Many breeders let their puppies move when they are 8 to 10 weeks old.

Where do I find a reliable breeder?

On Get a Pet, sellers are verified and you can see the breeder's animals, litters and reviews. Always ask about health tests and meet the parents before you buy.

Find Your Dog on Get a Pet

The same marketplace as Skaffa Hund, with verified sellers and PetPay.