How to Sell Your Pet Responsibly: A Step‑by‑Step Guide

A pet is defined as a domesticated animal that you keep in your home for your enjoyment, such as a cat, a dog, a bird or a rabbit. A pet must be kept for pleasure and not to make a profit from the buying and selling of the animal [source: ASPCA].

People often get very attached to their pet and when they're forced to sell it, for whatever reason, it's important that they find the right buyer. The first step in this process is letting people know that your pet is for sale:

Before selling your pet to a potential buyer, be sure to consider the following: