WYDaily has collaborated with AARP to raise awareness about scams people need to watch out for.
A scam will be featured every Wednesday, so be sure to always check WYDaily.com and be in the know.
Here’s this week’s edition:
The holidays are a popular time to add a new furry member to the family, but choosing a pet — especially online — can be tricky and sometimes dangerous.
A national survey found that more than 80 percent of sponsored search sites offering pets for sale were fraudulent in 2017, according to AARP.
The websites look legit and the “sellers” will ask you typical adoption questions, but the adorable photos you are falling in love with are stolen from legitimate sites.
Once you start paying these scammers, the charges start to pile up for things like last minute medical needs or travel expenses, and the pet you’ve fallen in love with never shows up.
Thoroughly vet any online offering from breeders, shelters or rescue organizations. Better yet, consider adopting locally.
Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network by clicking here or call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 877-908-3360 to report a scam or get help if you’ve fallen victim.
