A good way to pass the time in quarantine is to get a furry friend. Dogs and cats are in high demand and that is giving rise to scam artists. Pet scams are not new, but the pandemic is giving them a ...

(The Hill) — Animal rescue workers have pleaded with the public to consider adopting a pet to ease an ongoing national shelter crisis. Keep in mind, though: There is a right way to adopt a pet and a ...

You’ve decided to bring home your first puppy — congratulations! But in the excitement, it’s easy to miss warning signs that could turn your dream into heartbreak. That’s why the Royal Society for the ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning Pennsylvanians to be cautious when considering pets as holiday gifts, citing deceptive pet-sale practices and predatory financing schemes.

CLINTON, Tenn. (WATE) — Puppy scams surge around Christmas, tricking people with fake online ads of cute dogs at low prices. An Anderson County couple almost fell for the scam when a video was sent.

(WHTM) — When you’re looking to add a cat or dog to your family, the easiest place to look is online, but it’s also easy to get scammed. Have you heard of the puppy scam, where fraudsters advertise ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- It's crunch time as Christmas is a week away, and many shoppers are still looking for that perfect gift. If you're buying a last-minute gift, whether in-store or online, ...

BEREA, Ohio -- A Beeler Drive resident was defrauded of $1,650 through a scam on Facebook. The resident reported Nov. 27 that she had corresponded with a woman on Facebook who said she sold dachshund ...

The holiday season sees a spike in puppy searches and related pet scams. Scammers exploit emotions and use other deceptive high-pressure tactics. Experts share advice on how to avoid scams. A few ...