Loving Homes, Ethical Breeders, Australia-wide.
About Us
Claremont Puppies is a unique puppy placement service led by Vic Finkelstein, who previously operated Claremont Puppies and Pets and other trusted pet stores in Western Australia for over 40 years.
Today, Vic works with ethical, welfare-compliant breeders across Australia to help families find the right puppy—with care, transparency, and a lifetime of experience.
Claremont Puppies is proud to be directly involved in ethical, welfare-compliant breeding.
With four decades of experience in pet store management and animal welfare, Vic is rebuilding his business to comply with Western Australia’s and Australia’s evolving animal welfare laws and to establish co-breeder partnerships with a network of registered breeders.
Each litter made available through Claremont Puppies LitterClub is bred in strict observance of all applicable animal welfare statutes, regulations and guidelines. This approach embodies our deep commitment to the health, happiness and lifelong well-being of every puppy we meet.
Puppy health comes first.
Every Claremont Puppy comes fully prepared for their first adventure home, with health care, protection, and early social experiences all included as part of our promise.
Full Vet Health Check
A thorough veterinary examination confirms your puppy is healthy, strong, and absolutely ready to join your family.
First Vaccination
Your puppy receives their first core vaccination, giving them essential early protection against common diseases.
Worming/Flea Treatment
All puppies are treated against intestinal worms and fleas, supporting their comfort, wellbeing, and healthy development.
28 days Free Insurance
You’ll receive 28 days of award-winning pet insurance through Knose. Extra security during your puppy’s first weeks at home.
Microchip
Every puppy is microchipped, helping ensure they can always find their way back to you if lost.
Testimonials
How the WA Government reformed puppy sales.
In recent years, the Western Australian Government introduced landmark reforms under the Dog Amendment (Stop Puppy Farming) Act 2021. These changes were designed to improve the welfare of dogs and puppies across the state. As part of this initiative, pet shops are no longer permitted to sell puppies directly to the public.
These reforms were introduced to stop unethical breeding and ensure that all puppies come from traceable, welfare-compliant sources. While the changes led to the closure of much of the traditional pet retail industry — including our former store, Claremont Puppies and Pets — we fully support the intent of these reforms to protect animal welfare and improve transparency for new puppy owners.
Today, Claremont Puppies operates in compliance with all Western Australian and interstate breeding and sales laws. We are transitioning to a direct placement model, working through formal co-breeder relationships with a trusted network of ethical breeders built over 40 years. This approach ensures that every puppy placed through Claremont Puppies is supported by clear provenance, responsible breeding practices, and a lifelong commitment to welfare and ethical care.
Responsible puppy placement – Vic’s pledge.
The WA Government’s reforms changed how puppies are placed — but not why families seek them. People still long for companionship, connection, and the joy of raising a dog with love and confidence.
Under the Dog Amendment (Stop Puppy Farming) Act 2021, traditional pet shops are no longer permitted to sell puppies directly to the public. Instead, they may only act as rehoming centres in partnership with registered rescue organisations. These reforms were introduced to stop unethical breeding and to ensure that all puppies come from traceable, welfare-compliant sources.
At Claremont Puppies, we fully support the intent of these reforms. Our focus remains on protecting animal welfare and ensuring that every family finds the right companion through transparent, ethical practices. As we transition away from our former retail model, Claremont Puppies is establishing formal co-breeder relationships with trusted ethical breeders — allowing us to continue placing puppies responsibly, directly, and in full compliance with Western Australian law.
Claremont Puppies operates in compliance with all Western Australian and interstate breeding and sales laws. We do not sell puppies directly, nor do we house them. Instead, we maintain a trusted network of ethical breeders built over 40 years, and offer a transparent introduction service that puts welfare and trust at the heart of every match.
Our pledge remains simple: to prioritise welfare, trust, and transparency in every match we make.
Claremont Puppies
LitterClub
LitterClub Membership is free and grants you priority access to litters from ethically vetted, welfare-compliant breeders across Australia.