Buying A Puppy With Paypal (4K - 1080p)

: Report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) to help prevent others from being targeted. PayPal's Purchase Protection Program

Before sending any money via PayPal, take these steps to ensure the breeder is legitimate:

: Never use this for a puppy purchase. This method is intended for sending money to people you know personally. It has no safety net and does not include purchase protection. Scammers often insist on this method because it makes the transaction nearly impossible to reverse. Common Red Flags and Scams buying a puppy with paypal

: A real breeder will be happy to show you the puppy, the mother, and the environment via FaceTime or Zoom. Do not settle for static photos, which can be easily stolen from other websites.

: If they send an invoice, ensure it comes directly through the PayPal platform and includes a detailed description of the "item" (the puppy, breed, and age). : Report the incident to the Federal Trade

: Always use this option. This setting qualifies your purchase for PayPal Purchase Protection . If the breeder never sends the puppy or if the dog is significantly different from what was described, you can file a claim in the PayPal Resolution Center .

: Log in to the PayPal Resolution Center and select "Report a Problem" to start a claim for a refund. It has no safety net and does not

: If a breeder claims they cannot accept "Goods and Services" due to fees or tax reasons, this is a major red flag. Legitimate businesses factor these fees into their pricing.