As Thanksgiving approaches and holiday shopping ramps up, pet scammers are working overtime to separate animal lovers from their money. Jordan Wright with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.
Each year, consumers lose millions of dollars to fake pet sales. Scammers create convincing websites, steal adorable photos, and advertise puppies and other pets that simply don't exist.
The safest option is to meet both the seller and the animal in person. If that's not possible, insist on a live video call to verify the pet is real. Fraudsters often disappear when asked.
Before sending any money, research the seller thoroughly, watch out for purebred pets offered at steep discounts, and always pay by credit card for added protection.
For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.
