06/08/2026
π¨ PLEASE READ β THIS COULD HAPPEN TO ANY PET OWNER π¨
This image is FAKE.
A local pet owner recently contacted me after her cat went missing. While she was desperately searching, she was contacted by a page calling itself "Nighthawk Drone Service" (NOT my page, Nighthawk Drone Services with the blue verification checkmark).
They convinced her to send money before even conducting a search. Then, before it was even dark outside, they sent her this AI-generated image claiming they had already found her cat.
Look closely: β’ The photo is clearly taken in daylight. β’ The crate labeling and details are inconsistent. β’ The image was generated to create a sense of relief and urgency. β’ After sending the photo, they demanded MORE money to "deliver" the cat they never had.
This is one of the cruelest scams I've seen because it targets people during one of the most emotional and vulnerable moments of their lives.
When your pet is missing, you're scared, exhausted, and willing to do almost anything to bring them home. Scammers know that.
β οΈ Please protect yourself and your loved ones: βοΈ Never send money simply because someone claims they found your pet. βοΈ Ask for a live video call showing the animal. βοΈ Verify the person or company you're speaking with. βοΈ Check reviews, past rescues, and real success stories. βοΈ Be cautious of pages using AI-generated images as "proof." βοΈ If something feels off, get a second opinion before sending money.
For those who follow my work, you know my stance has always been simple:
I care far more about helping families than collecting money.
If you ever have questions about whether a message, page, or rescue service is legitimate, please reach out. I'd much rather spend five minutes helping someone verify a situation than see another family taken advantage of.
Let's spread awareness and make it harder for scammers to prey on families searching for their beloved pets.
π A missing pet is heartbreaking enough. Don't let someone turn that heartbreak into a financial scam too.
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