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- Santander UK reports pet scams caused nearly £160,000 in losses in the UK in the first quarter of 2026, part of total purchase-scam losses over £3.4 million.
- The figure follows £29,735 lost in Q4 2025.
- Pet scams are the second-largest category of purchase scams, behind vehicle-related fraud.
- Victims include women and individuals aged 46 and over.
- Santander advises pet buyers to research sellers to protect finances and ensure responsible sourcing.
