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I Love Bailey · 11-13-2006, 08:58 AM

I have been looking for a puppy, and my friend found an ad about 2 rescued Yorkies and passed it on to me.
This guy is in WV, He did email me pictures, very small pictures. He only wants $350.00 for this 12 week old rescue. He says she is 2 lb and the small picture is of a yorkie puppy with a small pumpkin.(suspicious?)
He wanted me to send him payment through e-gold, I checked into it and it had no buyer protection for me. I emailed him back and told him I didn't know him and did not feel comfortable sending payment that way.
This is what he emailed me back:IT IS AGAINST MY RELIGION TO DO EVEIL TO PEOPLE SO DONT TROUBLE YOURSELF,I DONT HAVE A PAYPAL ACCOUNT SO WHAT DO WE DO?

He also had an ad with 2 rescued pugs for $350.00 also.
I asked why so cheap, and he says he rescues dogs to find good homes and wants them affordable so they can go to good homes.

I am usually pretty skeptical about online ads like these. The $350.00 includes shipping.....probley a scam......

Timmy · 11-13-2006, 09:00 AM

Smells like a SCAM to me.

red98vett · 11-13-2006, 09:03 AM

STAY AWAY ! If it sounds too good to be true it usually is - listen to your little voice and don't get tempted - there are thousands of scams just like that all over the net and MOST ALL USE RELIGION in them - that's how they hook you - When you see someone quoting bible verse or instantly claiming to be a good Christian - those are the ones to watch out for - sad but true.

oh - western union offers NO protection as does that E-gold which sounds perfectly awful and geared to scammers - if someone won't take a credit card that you have protection with - don't do it. There are millions out there who've been scammed because they think Western Union or other exchanges offer them protection - they don't ...which is why these scammers use them - they get the cash and in MOST Cases -there never was a dog.

red98vett · 11-13-2006, 09:07 AM

ps....it cost almost that much to ship a dog - why would you think this is even legit when yorkie puppies sell from 500 and UP and the average is about 1500....that IS A SCAM -

Even I could email you a puppy picture and claim to be selling dogs - doesn't mean I am.

chachi · 11-13-2006, 09:13 AM

Sounds like a scam to me also

Peters · 11-13-2006, 09:14 AM

ask him can you come see the dogs in person i'm sure his reply will help you make up your mind. most likely a scam and people who really rescue dogs don't sale them they just want to find them great homes that's what matters!!

diva pup · 11-13-2006, 09:20 AM

Just tell him that you have a friend that lives near to him , you will wire him the money and he will pick the puppy up for you. Ask for a telephone number to set the arrangements.

Villettes right..if it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

LunasMomma · 11-13-2006, 09:24 AM

I'm glad you're not falling for this. It just screams SCAM!!!!!!!!

The pups probably don't even exist, and if they do they're probably half dead and have LP, CT, and/or LS

I Love Bailey · 11-13-2006, 09:31 AM

I know, I had this feeling it was a scam. I paid alot for Bailey so I should know better. I don't usually answer online ads, my friend was so excited about this....She buys her dogs online all the time and has never had a problem. She has 5 Chiuahas, and she is a Sherif......

I Love Bailey · 11-13-2006, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by diva pup

Just tell him that you have a friend that lives near to him , you will wire him the money and he will pick the puppy up for you. Ask for a telephone number to set the arrangements.

Villettes right..if it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

I did tell him that my brother lives nearby and wanted to pick the puppy up himself (a little white lie) He said that was ok by him......

Lacy's Mom · 11-13-2006, 09:54 PM

It definitely sounds like a scam. I'm sure you just caught him off guard when he said it would be ok. What city is he in? Maybe someone here on YT can help you out and handle the shipping. Even if you had to pay them a little for their time and trouble it would be worth it. I'm still 99% sure it is a scam though. Have you run a reverse phone number search on the number? You can also run searches on his name and address. Check the address in local county tax records to see if he owns the house, its value, etc.

How much did he say he would lower the price since you no longer needed the puppy shipped?

Rae Rae · 11-13-2006, 09:57 PM

I would say it's a scam.

In today's world you can't trust anyone, and sellers and buyers need to respect that. If your buying from someone you don't even know, you have to be aware of getting scammed, and the seller needs to respect that.

luvdorkyyorkies · 11-14-2006, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

STAY AWAY ! If it sounds too good to be true it usually is - listen to your little voice and don't get tempted - there are thousands of scams just like that all over the net and MOST ALL USE RELIGION in them - that's how they hook you - When you see someone quoting bible verse or instantly claiming to be a good Christian - those are the ones to watch out for - sad but true.

oh - western union offers NO protection as does that E-gold which sounds perfectly awful and geared to scammers - if someone won't take a credit card that you have protection with - don't do it. There are millions out there who've been scammed because they think Western Union or other exchanges offer them protection - they don't ...which is why these scammers use them - they get the cash and in MOST Cases -there never was a dog.

Sounds very shady.
Yes, it is very sad that scammers use religion alot in their schemes. If someone professes religion in a for sale ad, email, website I instantly doubt the truthfulness of what they are saying. It usually starts with good christian ...or bible verses. Isnt that terrible? You just never know who you can believe.

I Love Bailey · 11-14-2006, 08:59 AM

I was just wondering if I was being overly paranoid

He hasn't emailed me back since yesterday so I am sure he has moved on...
I just wish there was a way to stop this.....makes me so mad. And if there is a puppy involved what kind of shape is it in?
I see a new cause coming on

......
Thanks for all the posts, my friend wants to fly out there and go get the dog....Can you imagine what I might find?

Michele & Bailey

Lorraine · 11-14-2006, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by I Love Bailey

I was just wondering if I was being overly paranoid

He hasn't emailed me back since yesterday so I am sure he has moved on...
I just wish there was a way to stop this.....makes me so mad. And if there is a puppy involved what kind of shape is it in?
I see a new cause coming on

......
Thanks for all the posts, my friend wants to fly out there and go get the dog....Can you imagine what I might find?

Michele & Bailey

Put your mind at rest there is no puppy involved. Picture could have been scanned from anywhere with features added to make it look legit. Using religion is a red flag.
You will likely find nothing, an address is not going to be given.

11-13-2006, 08:58 AM	#1
I Love Bailey I Love Angel too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 1,339	Seller Scam Artist? I have been looking for a puppy, and my friend found an ad about 2 rescued Yorkies and passed it on to me. This guy is in WV, He did email me pictures, very small pictures. He only wants $350.00 for this 12 week old rescue. He says she is 2 lb and the small picture is of a yorkie puppy with a small pumpkin.(suspicious?) He wanted me to send him payment through e-gold, I checked into it and it had no buyer protection for me. I emailed him back and told him I didn't know him and did not feel comfortable sending payment that way. This is what he emailed me back:IT IS AGAINST MY RELIGION TO DO EVEIL TO PEOPLE SO DONT TROUBLE YOURSELF,I DONT HAVE A PAYPAL ACCOUNT SO WHAT DO WE DO? He also had an ad with 2 rescued pugs for $350.00 also. I asked why so cheap, and he says he rescues dogs to find good homes and wants them affordable so they can go to good homes. I am usually pretty skeptical about online ads like these. The $350.00 includes shipping.....probley a scam......

11-13-2006, 09:03 AM	#3
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	STAY AWAY ! If it sounds too good to be true it usually is - listen to your little voice and don't get tempted - there are thousands of scams just like that all over the net and MOST ALL USE RELIGION in them - that's how they hook you - When you see someone quoting bible verse or instantly claiming to be a good Christian - those are the ones to watch out for - sad but true. oh - western union offers NO protection as does that E-gold which sounds perfectly awful and geared to scammers - if someone won't take a credit card that you have protection with - don't do it. There are millions out there who've been scammed because they think Western Union or other exchanges offer them protection - they don't ...which is why these scammers use them - they get the cash and in MOST Cases -there never was a dog. __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE! Last edited by red98vett; 11-13-2006 at 09:05 AM.

11-13-2006, 09:07 AM	#4
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	ps....it cost almost that much to ship a dog - why would you think this is even legit when yorkie puppies sell from 500 and UP and the average is about 1500....that IS A SCAM - Even I could email you a puppy picture and claim to be selling dogs - doesn't mean I am. __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

11-13-2006, 09:13 AM	#5
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Sounds like a scam to me also __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

11-13-2006, 09:14 AM	#6
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	ask him can you come see the dogs in person i'm sure his reply will help you make up your mind. most likely a scam and people who really rescue dogs don't sale them they just want to find them great homes that's what matters!! __________________ A pet's love is true right from the start, through good times and bad, like sharing one heart.

11-13-2006, 09:00 AM	#2
Timmy Mimi & Gabby too! Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vineland, NJ Posts: 3,208	Smells like a SCAM to me.

11-13-2006, 09:20 AM	#7
diva pup BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,139	Just tell him that you have a friend that lives near to him , you will wire him the money and he will pick the puppy up for you. Ask for a telephone number to set the arrangements. Villettes right..if it sounds too good to be true it probably is.

11-13-2006, 09:24 AM	#8
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 8,799	I'm glad you're not falling for this. It just screams SCAM!!!!!!!! The pups probably don't even exist, and if they do they're probably half dead and have LP, CT, and/or LS

11-13-2006, 09:31 AM	#9
I Love Bailey I Love Angel too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 1,339	I know, I had this feeling it was a scam. I paid alot for Bailey so I should know better. I don't usually answer online ads, my friend was so excited about this....She buys her dogs online all the time and has never had a problem. She has 5 Chiuahas, and she is a Sherif......

11-13-2006, 09:54 PM	#11
Lacy's Mom YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: El Paso, Texas Posts: 3,065	It definitely sounds like a scam. I'm sure you just caught him off guard when he said it would be ok. What city is he in? Maybe someone here on YT can help you out and handle the shipping. Even if you had to pay them a little for their time and trouble it would be worth it. I'm still 99% sure it is a scam though. Have you run a reverse phone number search on the number? You can also run searches on his name and address. Check the address in local county tax records to see if he owns the house, its value, etc. How much did he say he would lower the price since you no longer needed the puppy shipped?

11-13-2006, 09:57 PM	#12
Rae Rae YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,823	I would say it's a scam. In today's world you can't trust anyone, and sellers and buyers need to respect that. If your buying from someone you don't even know, you have to be aware of getting scammed, and the seller needs to respect that. __________________ Owned by Rocky and Bella

11-14-2006, 08:59 AM	#14
I Love Bailey I Love Angel too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 1,339	I was just wondering if I was being overly paranoid He hasn't emailed me back since yesterday so I am sure he has moved on... I just wish there was a way to stop this.....makes me so mad. And if there is a puppy involved what kind of shape is it in? I see a new cause coming on ...... Thanks for all the posts, my friend wants to fly out there and go get the dog....Can you imagine what I might find? Michele & Bailey