A good way to pass the time in quarantine is to get a furry friend. Dogs and cats are in high demand and that is giving rise to scam artists. Pet scams are not new, but the pandemic is giving them a ...

When it comes to finding the perfect pet online, the internet can feel like the perfect marketplace filled with cute faces and wagging tails. But lurking behind those adorable photos are scammers who ...

Information courtesy of Better Business Bureau for Connecticut. “There was a huge explosion in puppy scams last year,” said Steve Baker, international investigations specialist at the Better Business ...

A cute and cuddly puppy is on many a kid's holiday list, but officials are warning consumers to be alert about new puppy scams on the rise. They are soft, furry and loyal--- a best friend with four ...

The Better Business Bureau Rockford Regional Office is warning of a resurgence in pet scams, according to a community announcement. These scams, which often come in cycles, are reportedly on the rise ...

The Better Business Bureau is warning of a resurgence in pet scams. These scams, which often come in cycles, are reportedly on the rise nationwide, according to reports submitted to BBB's Scam Tracker ...

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) - As the holiday season approaches, many families are thinking about that special gift everyone will remember — a new puppy or kitten under the tree with a festive bow tied to ...

In the digital age, the convenience of online shopping extends to pet purchases, but this has also opened doors for pet sale scams. Fraudsters exploit the emotional desire for a new pet, posting fake ...

CROMWELL, Conn. (WTNH) — Over 20 Connecticut residents say they’ve lost more than $1,000 in pet scams in recent years, according to the Better Business Bureau on Wednesday. As the holidays approach ...

(InvestigateTV) — Online pet listings can look legitimate, but some are carefully crafted scams designed to take your money and disappear. Consumer advocates warn these fake breeders and rescues are ...

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is warning consumers that cryptocurrency kiosks are being used to scam people out of thousands of dollars. The kiosk's ...