: They will make excuses to avoid in-person meetings or live video calls, often claiming they are out of town or in a different country.
: Purebred puppies sold for a fraction of their market value (e.g., a $500 French Bulldog) are major indicators of a scam.
Verify breeders through official organizations like the American Kennel Club (AKC) . Check for business ratings and reported scams on BBB.org .
: Insist on a video call (FaceTime, Zoom) where the seller shows you the puppy in real-time.
: They will make excuses to avoid in-person meetings or live video calls, often claiming they are out of town or in a different country.
: Purebred puppies sold for a fraction of their market value (e.g., a $500 French Bulldog) are major indicators of a scam.
Verify breeders through official organizations like the American Kennel Club (AKC) . Check for business ratings and reported scams on BBB.org .
: Insist on a video call (FaceTime, Zoom) where the seller shows you the puppy in real-time.