CLINTON, Tenn. (WATE) — Puppy scams surge around Christmas, tricking people with fake online ads of cute dogs at low prices.

The Better Business Bureau says puppy scams spike during the holidays, with fake sellers taking payments and disappearing.

Local woman nearly lost $2,136 to a fake vet using an AI photo to target a missing pet owner. Learn how to protect yourself ...

Whether it’s a drained gift card, a present that never arrives or finding out it’s a fake puppy pulling your heartstrings, ...

As holiday season is in full swing, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky is warning ...

"If it's on Google, you would think it would be legit because you have to pay, you pay money to be on Google." ...

Who wouldn’t want to get a cute puppy as a gift for the holidays? Before you shell out for a new furry friend, read BBB's new ...

Kerri McIntosh is a "dog person" who couldn't help but fall in love when she found a Doberman puppy for sale in a Facebook dog lover's group. "The woman selling it said, 'This is the price, it ...

Thinking of bringing a new puppy or another pet into the family this holiday season? Before you send any money for that irresistible pup, just make sure you're not walking into a scam. Kate Tubesing ...

Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South President Randy Hutchinson alerts consumers about how to guard against possible scams ...