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Any request to pay outside licensed escrow is a scam. Report it and our team reviews the listing.
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The six patterns behind most pet scams
From reported scams across marketplaces. One flag is a question; two or more is a walk-away.
Deep price cuts exist to force a fast yes. Check any price against comparable sales and listings.
Irreversible rails are chosen on purpose. Licensed escrow exists so you never need them.
A real seller will show you the animal live. A scammer has nothing to show.
Stolen photos trace back to other sites. Ask for one with today's date on paper.
Deposits that expire tonight and other buyers on the way are pressure, not demand.
Registration numbers, vet names, and test results are checkable. Excuses aren't.
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