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Got scammed buying a cat? Share your story here (no judgment)

Josh SAdmin·1mo ago

After what happened to us, I know how embarrassing it feels to admit you got scammed. You feel stupid. You feel angry. You don't want to tell people. But every story shared here helps someone else avoid the same thing. So if you've been scammed trying to buy or adopt a cat — this is a safe space to talk about it. What to share (whatever you're comfortable with): - What happened - What red flags you missed - How much you lost - What you'd tell someone else to watch for No judgment here. The scammers are the bad guys, not you. And if you have names, websites, or details — report them to our scam database too: https://goodcattery.com/scam-database

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AvyAdmin·1mo ago

I'll go first since Josh already told our story above. The person who scammed us was on Facebook. They had a page with kitten photos (probably stolen from a real breeder). They said they had two Bengal kittens from a retired queen and just wanted a "rehoming fee." We sent $350 through Zelle. They said the kittens would be ready in a week. A week later, the page was deleted. Phone number disconnected. Money gone. Looking back, the red flags were there — no video calls, no home visit, Zelle only, and the price was way too low for Bengals. But when you're desperate and hurting, you don't think straight. Check the scam database before you send anyone money. Seriously.