28/08/2026
Protect Your Heart—and Your Puppy 🐾
Finding a puppy should be exciting. Unfortunately, puppy scammers know exactly how to take advantage of that excitement.
Recently, several breeders we know have heard from heartbroken families who lost thousands of dollars to scammers advertising puppies that never existed. The websites looked legitimate. The puppy photos were irresistible. The conversations seemed real—until the requests for money kept coming.
One young man even lost money his grandmother had given him toward his dream puppy. By the time he realized there was no puppy waiting at the airport, the scammer and his money were gone.
So how can you protect yourself?
Slow down. Ask questions. Verify the breeder. Meet by video if you can't visit in person. And be especially cautious when someone creates urgency or suddenly asks for additional money.
A responsible breeder won't be offended by your questions. They'll be glad you're asking them.
We've put together a new GALA educational article, “How to Avoid Puppy Scams: Finding a Breeder You Can Trust,” with practical ways to recognize warning signs—and, just as importantly, recognize a responsible breeder.
🐾 Because finding your new best friend should end with a puppy in your arms, not heartbreak.
Want to learn more? Read the full article—link in the comments.
globallabradoodles.com
