HOW TO SPOT A SCAM

In today's fast-paced world, it is easy to fall for potential scams. Below are some tips to consider when looking to adopt a puppy.

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• If the price sounds too good to be true, it is!​

• If you cannot speak directly to the owner and if they will not let you visit their facility, it is a scam. No excuses!

• Websites can be easily faked, make sure they have a Facebook or social media page that is at least a year old. And read the reviews and testimonials.

• Ask to see a copy of their state and USDA license.

• Make sure recent photos are added to social media.

• Verify on County tax rolls that the address provided belongs to the person selling the pup. You can also perform a reverse look up on the phone number.

• Call past customers or text them asking for a recommendation.

• Make sure pups are AKC registered.

• Ask the breeder to take a picture of the pup with a recent newspaper or an unusual item (coffee mug, plant, etc...) or FaceTime with the owner and pup.

• Google the breeders name.

• Get referrals from Italian Greyhound forums.

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Healthy purebreed Iggys are in high demand, hence the high number of scammers, just do your homework!