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Google reviewers rate Puppy Dreams - Arlington 4.8/5 based on 2509 reviews, with the owner responding to 91% of them. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff, clean facility, and helpful communication during the puppy purchasing process. However, recurring criticisms in low-star reviews involve inconsistent pricing, disputes over breed accuracy or health issues, and difficulties with contract cancellation policies.
Data from Google, last updated October 31, 2026.
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2,509 Google reviews we collected
Phrases our text analysis found in 2,205 written reviews
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
We read 2,205 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Renee is very helpful with a great smile and positive attitude.”
“⭐ 1/5 Stars — Extremely Disappointing Experience and Unprofessional Customer Service”
“Such an amazing experience in finding a new addition to our family great customer service!”
“…f this experience and the harm caused, if my grandmother’s matter is not resolved, we will be taking further action, including and definitely not limi…”
“…t with the puppy we wanted, we are just so grateful for all her help, definitely recommend this place if you are searching for a love one.…”
“All these 5 stars reviews are because at purchase they talk you into leaving a good review to get a free collar, and pet bowls.”
“Great customer service great communication very patient.”
“I acted in good faith, followed Puppy Dreams’ reimbursement process exactly as instructed, and have been met with a lack of communication and accountability.”
“Service was excellent they had someone get to me right away and find what I need.”
“…ry personal and the, "puppy for life" program is priceless definitely worth every penny.…”
“…was quick and easy the bad part is they do not tell you about all the hidden fees you pay they sit you down and go over all the nice things they offer…”
“You can tell they genuinely care about the puppies and want them to go to good homes.”
“They lied about ICA paperwork and our dog was never registered,yet they provided "paperwork "stating she was registered.”
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Such an amazing experience in finding a new addition to our family great customer service!
Renee is very helpful with a great smile and positive attitude. She was very accommodating in helping me find my new best friend.
I’ve been coming here for a couple of months I get the same service. And every time the bill is different. . I don’t know what’s going on. I’m just confused how the price keep increasing when I get the same thing
Kennedy was the absolute best! Great customer service great communication very patient. I really appreciated her through this process
PuppyDreams… this place is awesome you will fall in love with all the fur babies. The atmospheres is super clean and the dogs and very well taking care of. The entire staff are phenomenal and a blessing. Nivea was our puppy counselor and she was a pure joy. She work with us and made our purchase super easy and…
Super friendly associates. Nivea was able to answer all our questions, welcoming and easy to talk to. The puppies were playful and well taken care of.
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,509 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Such an amazing experience in finding a new addition to our family great customer service!
Renee is very helpful with a great smile and positive attitude. She was very accommodating in helping me find my new best friend.
Randall, we appreciate your review. Renee will be pleased to hear her upbeat, helpful approach made finding your new best friend easier. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and we hope to see you both again soon.
I’ve been coming here for a couple of months I get the same service. And every time the bill is different. . I don’t know what’s going on. I’m just confused how the price keep increasing when I get the same thing
Kennedy was the absolute best! Great customer service great communication very patient. I really appreciated her through this process
Nekvia, thank you for the five-star review. We’re so glad Kennedy was patient, communicative and provided great customer service throughout the process. We appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to helping you again.
⭐ 1/5 Stars — Extremely Disappointing Experience and Unprofessional Customer Service I had an extremely disappointing experience with Puppy Dreams, and I would strongly encourage anyone considering purchasing a puppy here to understand the contract and cancellation policies before signing anything. I initially visited Puppy Dreams to look at puppies and fell in love with a Rottweiler. Unfortunately, just two days later, I experienced an unexpected medical issue that made me reconsider whether bringing home a new puppy was responsible at that time. I contacted the company to cancel my purchase within what I understood to be my 48-hour cancellation window, before ever taking possession of the puppy. Instead of receiving understanding or assistance, I was met with dismissive and unprofessional customer service. When I spoke with an employee named Renée, I was told that I could not cancel my contract. When I asked what would happen if I was medically unable to pick up the puppy, she stated that it would be considered “puppy abandonment.” I found this comment incredibly inappropriate and offensive, especially considering that I was trying to make a responsible decision for both myself and the animal. I went to the location in person approximately 30 minutes later, hoping to resolve the situation. Renée informed me that nothing could be done until the manager returned on Saturday. When I requested documentation of my cancellation attempt and clarification about how cancellations were handled in the manager’s absence, I received no meaningful assistance. My experience became even more frustrating when I attempted to escalate the issue by phone. A sales associate named Kennedy hung up on me twice. I had to call the business four separate times before she finally provided contact information for someone who could assist me. What should have been a straightforward cancellation request turned into a prolonged dispute involving management, financing concerns, and demands for an additional 50% payment. It was not until I involved legal counsel and escalated the matter to corporate leadership that Puppy Dreams finally agreed to honor my proposed resolution. After repeated correspondence, Puppy Dreams agreed in writing to retain my original deposit, waive the additional 50% payment, cancel the purchase, and initiate cancellation of the associated financing. I am still awaiting final confirmation that the financing cancellation has been completed. While I appreciate that the company eventually agreed to resolve the dispute, it should not have required repeated phone calls, formal escalation, and legal involvement to reach that outcome. My concern is not simply the cancellation policy. It is the lack of professionalism, compassion, accountability, and customer support I experienced while trying to make a responsible decision regarding an animal’s welfare. For a business selling puppies costing thousands of dollars, I expected significantly better communication and customer service. My advice: Read every document carefully, understand your financing and cancellation obligations, and get all promises in writing before making a purchase. I will not be returning to Puppy Dreams, and my experience has left me extremely disappointed in how the company handles customer concerns.
Great service very nice and we love our new puppy
PuppyDreams… this place is awesome you will fall in love with all the fur babies. The atmospheres is super clean and the dogs and very well taking care of. The entire staff are phenomenal and a blessing. Nivea was our puppy counselor and she was a pure joy. She work with us and made our purchase super easy and stress free. Thank again with all our happiness the Setzer’s.
Super friendly associates. Nivea was able to answer all our questions, welcoming and easy to talk to. The puppies were playful and well taken care of.
Omg the absolute CUTEST puppies at great prices and financing options 🥹
Thank you, Alicia, we’re so glad you loved our puppies and found our pricing and financing options helpful. Your enthusiastic review brightens our day and we hope to welcome you back soon.
All the puppies are so cute and the staff is so nice! I loved chatting with Nivea.
Raquel, thank you for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the puppies and that Nivea made your visit so pleasant. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and we hope to see you again soon.
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