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Scammers Target Pet Buyers: Tips to Avoid Losses

11/29/2025

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  • Scammers increasingly exploit online platforms to sell animals, causing financial losses for buyers.
  • To avoid scams, potential pet owners should see animals in videos and visit the seller's location.
  • Avoid deposits through cash apps, as this raises red flags.
  • A case involved a woman who lost $3,000 after a seller failed to show up.
  • To ensure safe adoption, adopt from humane societies where buyers meet animals and receive health records.