Scammers Using Breeder's Names

Warning: Scammers have posted ads with my name and phone number, but a different email. The ads have been removed from puppyfind.com but please be aware of this new type of scam. They are not only trying to sell dogs they don't own, but are now using reputable breeder's names! Please call breeders to verify information before purchasing. A 'real breeder' will answer questions thoroughly, be knowledgable about their breed, ask you questions about the home you will provide, etc. I do not breed pugs, beagles, or any breed other than Cairn Terriers! Cooper is not for sale. Please call me to verify information before purchasing a puppy.

I received an inquiry about my pug puppy and I was puzzled and told her I only breed Cairn Terriers. She told me where she found "my ad" for a pug puppy. Puppyfind.com had an ad with my name and phone number attached to it. The verbage was a section of verbage from my paid advertising at puppydogweb.com, and there were about 10 puppies listed of different breeds. Pug, beagle, "Crooked Creek Cair" (not finished like they'd copied from somewhere), chi (I've never heard of them), etc. They had stollen Cooper's photo from puppydogweb.com and the rest were all various breeds with the same information. The person inquiring emailed the link and I didn't receive her email. So apparently they had posted their email hoping the customers would email and not realize they weren't talking to me. This really scares me!!!! Puppyfind removed the ads immediately. But be aware of other scammers using breeder's names. It would be a good idea to look at website links and call breeders before purchasing, to verify the validity of the selling party.