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- Lewes, DE, USA
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I saw a cute pup on Stephanie Leece's FB page. Total was to be $1100. Paid 600 deposit on 9/11, then on 9/12 required $500 for remainder and $100 shipping.

On 9/15 I received notification from Easy and Fast Agency to pay $2050 ($1500 insurance and $550 for a thermal crate. I could not do this and told them I realized I was being scammed and would not send anymore money. They contacted me for several more days threatening to sue me for defamation, for abandoning the puppy (which EVEN if there were a puppy, Stephanie Leece was responsible until he was delivered to me and the $2050 was returned (this was to happen upon delivery also. They really played my heartstrings; I was not thinking with my brain unfortunately. All info/contact between her and myself (including texts, FB etc...) have been deleted.

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- Ashland, NH, USA
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We found pictures of English lab puppy's. Emailed to inquire about a coupe of puppy's. Got some pictures back. Said we'd recive tracking #when puppy was shipped. It didn't happen when they said it would. When the puppy was supposedly shipped, they sent it to the wrong address. Called airport shipped out of cause company scammer shipped it through woof transport. They were trying to get more money out of us and we refused. Airport personnel found information but found it to be a scam. Please don't order from this site. You will be heart broken.

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- Dudley, MO, USA
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The dog i was supposed to receive was taken to this shipping service. At every step of the way, they said the puppy needed something else to complete the trip. Having never used puppy shipping i didnt know how the process worked so i paid some of it.

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- Sidney, MT, USA
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Selling husky puppies. 500 for pup.150 delivery fee. Paid through paypal to Trey Jones. Sellers name James williams John. Next email from fortune transit delivery service wanting 800 more to ship the pup. I did not pay this. My money was not refunded for the dog I never received.

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- Naples, FL, USA
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Websight offering bull terrier puppies for sale I contacted the breeder they would not answer a phone call but would communicate through email I found a puppy I wanted received more photos they wanted payment through PayPal sent as friends and family the day of transportation the delivery agency contacted me stating the transportation container was not suitable and I would need to buy or rent an air conditioned container the delivery agency also wanted payment through PayPal sent as friends and family

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- Cape Coral, FL, USA
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We attempted to purchase a puppy. Was told the seller/breeder was located in New Jersey. After engaging in several emails, we decided to purchase the puppy for an agreed amount and was sent a signed contract. We were then contacted by the shipping company with details; however to insure delivery we were asked to pay for insurance. Having already paid for the puppy, we reluctantly paid for insurance. Then there was a delay due to time of payment. We were then contacted by the shipping company saying they had the puppy but needed additional money for crate or dog wouldn’t be able to travel. We were told all money would be refunded upon arrival of dog at airport. The final part was when the shipping company said we have to pay $3000 for a vaccine or dog wouldn’t travel. Going back and forth between seller and shipping company, final payment was made and no dog arrived. After a few more emails, said seller/breeder admitted it was a scam and their disgust for Americans.

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- Wesley Chapel, FL, USA
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they had puppies for sale at affordable price

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- Murrells Inlet, SC, USA
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Bought a Toy Aussie puppy for $800, $600 for puppy, $200 for shipping. Sent money via Zelle through our bank. He says he never got it. Verified with Zelle (fraud department) that yes, he did receive payment. No puppy.

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We have had two occurrences that people come to our home expecting to pick up a dog. In both instances they have paid half the cost they agreed to, agreeing to pay the remainder once picking up the dog. Our house is being targeted as the location for pickup from the scammers on the website previously listed. We have also notified our local state police.

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- Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA
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I was searching for teacup puppies for our family to own and I used Google to search “teacup dogs for sale” and I came across the Christensen’s Family Poos link, that indicated that it is a small family owned business that breeds puppies and they put them up for adoption for a price if $700. I inquired by placing application for one of the pups which asks for Name, email, phone number, location in the US (city and state) and a text box that outlines any inquiries/interest in adopting the pup. That is how the contact between seller, who is a scammer, and myself. Additional phone number used by seller is 605-291-4531 and was used to initially text me in response to my inquiry, stating an email was sent to me with detailed info. regarding the pup I wanted to adopt. We have communicated over several days and even provided me a sale contract and the possible refund policy of pup isn’t delivered as it is outline in the contract. Additional phone number listed in the contract is 605-291-4224. The website appeared legitimate complete with reviews and very detailed advertisement of the business. The seeker’s form of payment was Zelle, which included a fee of additional $150 for transportation of the pup through air cargo, and once payment cleared, seller stated he will provide shipping info. The following day I was contacted by Premier Pet Transport from a number 252-679-8172 stating that the pup is in customs and is ready to ship out. A few hours later I received an email notification from the transport company requesting that I select a thermal crate option for the safe transport of the pup and the status is ON HOLD, until I pay for the thermal crate. I forwarded the message to the seller as it should be his responsibility to ensure the safety and shipment of the pup, instead the seller abandoned the issue and seized all communications with me. I have made multiple attempts and have called/emailed to tell him I no longer want to proceed with the transaction and to retrieve the pup and to refund my money due to the inconvenience and the immense stress he left for me to address in transporting the pup to CA, and seller never bothered to respond anymore at the is time. I noticed that the website is no longer the link available on Google search, however, it is replaced by a new link which I 100% believe is the same scammer. The new website is now called Christoperteacuppuppies.com

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- Livingston, TX, USA
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On Thursday August 31,2023 I found what I thought was a reputable dog breeder that I could get a puppy from. They told me that the puppy was $550. and $150. for shipping him to me. So on Friday morning I sent a money gram payment for $700.00. Their customer service said to please be patient with them and they would ship my puppy soon. Well I didn’t hear anything from them so on Monday Sept 4 I test them again. I explained that I was not happy about the way they had ignored my test. They said that my puppy would be shipped out that day by end of day. When I started questioning them about how, when, and where I was supposed to get him at they told me that they would let me know by end of day. When Tuesday came they said the shipper wanted a $1000. Refundable Deposit. I told them absolutely not. I was not going to pay that amount. Then I asked for my money back since the say on the website that they have a money back guarantee. They said again they would send it by end of day. Now this is Thursday and I haven’t heard from them about my money. I live on social security and do not have that kind of money to throw around. I am 71 years old and wanted the puppy for comfort. However if they are not going to send me the dog they could just give me my money back. I Ahmed filed a complaint with the Distric Attorney office of Consumer Protection Services also. I really don’t want someone else to get scammed. I have the texts the transpired between us saying they would send back my money. I don’t have any address for them just the town, zip code, and phone number.

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This person, Johnson Leal Cesar, has a website up to sell mini Australian Shepard puppies. My mother attempted to purchase one. They asked her to send payment but Zelle but her bank doesn't partner with Zelle. So she told them she had CashApp and she sent the money to me to send to the Cash Tag they provided. The cashtag was a completely different name than his. They then sent tracking information and said the puppy was at the airport and she then needed to pay them $1500 to have a crate for the dog which was never mentioned before. The guy called my mom flipping out saying she was stressing the dog because she would not pay the $1500 for the crate. This is when we knew it wasn't real. He proceeded to tell her that he was going to report her for animal cruelty.

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I found their website and inquired on Sept 1st, Sept 2nd I got a well typed out email with a ton of information regarding the dog as we well as pictures, videos and a questionnaire for purchase of said dog. It wasn't until after I signed the contract the person Awwal Haroun was texting me asking about the money and contract. When I sent it he claimed he didn't get it and then complained when I showed him the screenshot that bank said it would take 24hrs. He got upset and then even more-so when I called him out.

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I found there listing on facebook. After we found someone else local that was trying to scam us also for same type dog. I contacted about a pup. they text me back with info and pictures. they told me the were not a scam as i mentioned the previous problem. they explained the process said i could have the pup here by tomorrow evening and pick up at the airport. $1000 for the Pup $200 for shipping. i asked them to give me few to think on it. I google them to find except there own site all others said they were a scam. so i proceeded to ask some more questions. i gave them my info to ship. they then asked for me to Zelle $600 as a deposit first. i told them i dont have zelle. i only use paypal. after a few minute break they responded with a user name name and email for me to send 600 through paypal. i didnt post that info here. if you need it i have it. i then asked if there are any other fees like insurance or crating as i read here they may try next. they said no. then i asked for there physical address. the previous info is what theysent. i asked for more picks of the pup because looking at the pictures and then there address it felt something didnt add up. thats what i told them they quickly responded well thats our house and i dont know how you want the puppies to show. i asked if they use guaranteed fast shipping express. they didnt respond after a bit i called them on it. i said i located the ScamPulse.com reviews and scam warnings. i have not heard another word so i am sure they are.

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Victim did search for reputable Pomeranian breeders near him and "ReputablePomeranianBreeder.com" came up. He ordered a puppy that was to be delivered via SkyExpress Delivery. SkyExpress kept asking him for more money. He call the ScamPulse.com and it was suggested that this transaction was a fraudulent transaction. 

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You go to website, and enter name, phone number, email address and puppy you’re interested in and the rep calls you back giving you info about the puppy, sends pictures and video of puppy only to scam you!

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Saw an ad on Facebook for a Cavapoo puppy named Lilly. Charismatic Cavapoo did not want to talk on the phone as they wanted everything done by email. Price was $1200 but I asked if they would take $1000. Sent them $500 by Zelle. This was my first use of Zelle as it was a service that my bank offers. I then asked for them to ship Lilly to me. They said that would be a $250 charge. I sent the rest of the money which now totaled $1250. They then told me that I had to pay a refundable payment, $499.99, to the shipping company for the insurance. Charismatic Cavapoo said they never received the $499.99 payment and asked for it to be resent. We were told that sometimes it takes a few days to receive Zelle money. Email communication continued and then it just stopped and knew at that time I was scammed.

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I joined the Great Pyrenees Group on Facebook. I saw an ad that said that there were puppies for sale. I received information about the puppies after having seen that someone else made a claim that they received their puppy from that person and that they were really happy with the purchase. The scammer who goes under the name of Pete Quartararo out of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, asked the right questions and answered my questions with knowledge about the breed. The costs of the puppy including shipping he said was $625.00. I send the Zelle payment to the number he provided. Once paid the scammer asked for an additional $500 through an email from a pet shipping services email address for the create which will be needed to transport the puppy. That was never mentioned before; so, I questioned it. I told him that I prefer not to proceed and for him to refund my money. I started to receive calls from the scammer after midnight saying that the payment was due and that no refund would be provided. I called the company (redlined shipping services) he said he would use to ship the puppy confirm and they have not record of it. They also confirmed that they never send me an email to obtain more funds. I reply to the scammer and told him I knew it was a scam and to refund my money to no avail. After careful review of my Zelle transfer the phone number associated with the transaction 706-466-6105 is linked to a Demonte Griffin.

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I was scammed out of 850.00 for a bulldog puppy female named Gypsy. I received a health guarantee along with the sellers payment agreement plan. We paid seller Michael Oelling by visa gift card as requested we paid for a pup nanny to bring us the puppy from the airport to our home. Michael sent us videos of the puppy he called to keep in contact with all the documents that needed signed answered our questions like a real pro! Shipping day comes first their was a problem within the info for the flight and so on. His ethnicity was Mexican. He was a great smooth talker he had a answer for everything. I previously had to put my elder dog down due to cancer so here's the time I look for a new puppy to fill my void and this is what my family got. We got NO puppy and lost $850.00. I will NEVER make this mistake again I will do the research of the breeder to my fullest. The problem was I did do research on this one his website was up looked real he contacted us we contacted him.so on. Please do not fall prey to this man scamming families out of money for puppies!

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I had purchased a dog online they we supposed to deliver it to my door per the seller of dog.

Charged me 500 for use of crate they said it was refundable. Now they are saying I need to give them 2700 or they cannot deliver the dog to me.

I was never informed of all these extra charges and have not received any paperwork or invoices.

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