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What's the Petco age limit for buying a live animal without a parent?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How old do you have to be to buy a pet at Petco?

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Answered By Petco Editorial Team

Published on January 22nd, 2015

Customers under the age of 18 cannot purchase live Companion Animals or Aquatic Life without a parent or guardian present. (Excluding crickets and worms). Due to the demands of time and intricate care required with certain species, it is in the best interest of the animals to not sell to minors. Parental permission at time of sale will ensure a better home for the animal and lower our rate of return.

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