What to do to avoid being conned

Always see puppy and mum together at their home and make sure to visit more than once, even if it is via video call due to coronavirus restrictions.

Never pay a deposit up front without seeing the puppy in person.

Ask lots of questions and make sure you see all vital paperwork, such as a puppy contract – which gives lots of information about their parents, breed, health, diet, the puppy’s experiences and more.

If you have any doubts or feel pressured to buy, as hard as it may be, walk away and report

the seller.