By Juliana ORorkYour Better Business Bureau is here to provide tips and resources to avoid falling for a pet scam.If you are looking for a pet to add to your family, be on the lookout for scams.As consumers turn to the internet to find new pets, experts say a shocking 80% of sponsored pet advertisements may be fake.BBB Tip: How to Avoid Becoming a Victim of a Pet ScamDo your research! Only purchase from a reputable dealer.Check BBB Business Profiles on BBB.org for complaints and customer reviews before you make the purchase.Dont buy a pet without seeing it in person.
If that isnt possible, request a live video call to view the animal, meet the breeder, and evaluate the facility.Conduct a reverse image search of the picture of the pet you are considering.If the same picture appears on multiple websites, its likely a fraud.You also can search for distinctive text from ads or testimonials to see if the seller copied it from another website.Avoid wiring money or using a cash app or gift card.
These payment methods offer no way to get your money back if you are the victim of fraud.Do research to get a sense of a fair price for the breed you are considering.Think twice if someone advertises a purebred dog for free or at a deeply discounted price; it could be a fraudulent offer.Consider reaching out to a local animal shelter.Many shelters are looking for fosters to help relieve animal stress and reduce overcrowding at their facilities.
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