: Purebred puppies sold for a fraction of their market value (e.g., a $500 French Bulldog) are major indicators of a scam.

: Legitimate breeders will be happy to discuss the puppy's lineage, health records, and parents. How to avoid online puppy scams

Buying a puppy online requires extreme caution, as the reports that roughly 80% of sponsored pet advertisements online may be fraudulent. Scammers often use professional-looking websites and stolen images to sell non-existent pets. 1. Major Red Flags of Online Puppy Scams