Get the dog or cat instead of the scam

Get the dog or cat instead of the scam by Jennifer Leach Associate Director, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC This has been National Adoption Week for pets, and by now, thousands of dogs and cats might have new homes in the hearts of many thousands of people. But as the holidays approach, scammers know that families are hearing about their kids' NEED for a dog or cat. And scammers are ready to take advantage by offering up that perfect pet — for a fee. You'll find ads offering litters of puppies, especially, on websites and listservs online. But once you pay, your supposed pet and the "breeder" will vanish, along with your cash. Here are ways to spot those puppy and pet scammers and stop them in their tracks. Read more > SUBSCRIBER SERVICES:  Manage Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Help This is a free service provided by the Federal Trade Commission.

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