AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Better Business Bureau is warning the community of potential online puppy scams that are using fake Amarillo addresses.
According to the BBB, several consumers across the country have reported the loss of money to an online puppy scam that listed an Amarillo address, with the “company” operating under different names and websites. The website can often change and new websites pop up with the same Amarillo address.
Mail to the address, BBB detailed, has been returned by the post office marked, “vacant, unable to forward” and a local phone number listed on the website was reported to consistently ring busy.
BBB released the following list of puppy breeds that are being promoted on scam websites:
- Fon Pomeranian
- Atong Pomeranian Puppies
- Difone Dachsunds
- Difone Pomeranian
- Kadane Dachshunds
- Kadane Pomeranian
- Vafey Dashshund
- Vafey Pomeranian
“Consumers should think twice about sending money before they have an opportunity to meet the pet in person,” said Janna Kiehl, BBB President. “When spending money online or offline, make BBB your first contact. “We can provide information to help you make a decision and tips to prevent becoming a victim.”
BBB Amarillo’s investigation was triggered when a woman was asked to send $300 for a deposit on a puppy before shipping, but instead of sending the money, the woman notified BBB of the incident.
Many individuals have become victims of this scam…
