Destinybordercollies.store

Destinybordercollies.store is reported as a scam selling pets. Numerous pages on the site contain default content and placeholder text. No social media accounts are associated with this purported pet store. Working phone numbers for the business are nonexistent. The domain name was registered a mere 50 days ago. Efforts to locate legitimate reviews or verify the breeder’s credibility have failed. There is no verifiable business address linked to this breeder. Photos of animals on the site are not genuine. Website content appears to be plagiarized from other scam websites previously identified. What is a pet scam?

Red Flags:

Domain information:

Date of registration: November 26, 2023
Expiration: November 27, 2024
First detected: January 15, 2024
Registrar: Hostinger Operations, UAB www.hostinger.com
Hosted by: Dns-parking.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 offered for free adoption. These scammers lure unsuspecting animal lovers with high-quality images and create a facade of trustworthiness by setting up counterfeit logistics websites that mimic reputable pet shipping companies. Communication with potential victims is usually conducted through instant messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Facebook Messenger. Scammers avoid phone calls and categorically refuse video calls, which would expose their deceit by allowing buyers to see the pet live.

Once the initial shipping fee is paid, the fraudsters concoct elaborate stories about unexpected customs hold-ups, pressuring the victim for more money to cover additional, fabricated costs. This cycle of deception and extortion can persist until the victim realizes the harsh truth—that the beloved pet never existed. This realization often comes with significant emotional distress and financial loss.

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

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