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How to avoid being swindled with pets

DURING the pandemic a host of undesirable practices have taken root. With many people spending more time at home and more inclined to fork out money online to acquire four-legged or feathered friends, there’s been a sharp increase in online pet fraud around the world. The best way to avoid being swindled in this way is to be alert to the warning signs.

WHAT TO DO

● If you can, visit the pet personally before paying anything. Make an appointment with the prospective

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