Bouncycompanions.com

Bouncycompanions.com has been reported for running a pets for sale scam. The website lacks contact numbers for customer support. There are no social media accounts associated with this breeder. A verifiable business address for the breeder is absent. The domain name was registered only 58 days ago. There are no verifiable reviews. Language on multiple pages is plagiarized from other pet scam websites. Images of the pets for sale are fake, with similar images discovered on copycat websites during our investigation. What is a pet scam?

Red Flags:

Domain information:

Date of registration: November 18, 2023
Expiration: November 18, 2024
First detected: January 15, 2024
Registrar: NameSilo, LLC www.namesilo.com/
Hosted by: Mysecurecloudhost.com
Ownership: Unknown

What is a pet scam?

Online pet scams are a growing concern, where swindlers create compelling advertisements featuring adorable pets, often listed at significantly reduced prices or even for free adoption, to lure unsuspecting animal lovers. These con artists build a facade of trustworthiness by setting up counterfeit logistics websites and pretending to be associated with reputable pet shipping companies. Communication with potential victims is usually conducted through instant messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, or social media channels such as Facebook.

Scammers avoid voice and video calls, dodging any requests to meet the pet in real-time or through a live video feed. Once the initial shipping fee is paid, the scammers concoct various stories about unexpected delays due to customs, insisting on extra fees for clearance. This cycle of deceit persists until the victim realizes the harsh truth that the pet never existed, often after suffering significant emotional distress and financial loss.

Read our full investigation into online pet scams at this link: Pet Scams Exposed

Report Scams to Government Agencies:
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – Submit a Report
Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) – Submit a Report
U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) –Submit a Report