Crime & Safety

Boston Police Warn Of Pet And Gift Card Scams During Holiday Season

Police said that the best steps to avoid risk is making sure you can see the pets in person and checking prices.

(CBS Boston)

November 17, 2025

Police in Boston are warning people to be on the lookout for scams this holiday season, especially when it comes to adding pets to your family.

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In a warning to the community, the Boston Police Department said that Better Business Bureau statistics show that 80% of sponsored pet advertisements are fake.

Police said that the best steps to avoid risk is searching for duplicate listings or images online, making sure you can see the pets in person and checking prices.

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