The Better Business Bureau Rockford Regional Office is warning of a resurgence in pet scams, according to a community announcement.

These scams, which often come in cycles, are reportedly on the rise nationwide, according to reports submitted to BBB's Scam Tracker and a recent alert from watchdog group Scambusters.

Fraudulent pet listings are leaving victims emotionally devastated and financially drained, Dennis Horton, senior director of the Rockford Regional Office, said in the announcement.

“Pet scams are especially cruel because they rob people not only of their money but of the joy and connection they were seeking," Horton said. "Worse, these scams can pose physical danger. Scammers often arrange pickups in isolated locations, putting victims at serious risk.”

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