Scams selling or giving away non-existent animals, often Puppy Scams.
#85725 by tdonic Mon Feb 13, 2012 10:44 am
this is the 2nd scam in 2 days when i was looking for an african grey parrot

Thanks for keeping in touch. Regarding transportation, it will
cost you a total of $480 for the two birds to be shipped and delivered
at your home. Their transportation fee is to be paid directly to the
shipping company and the transportation charges is to be paid first so
that the birds will be able to get on a flight. The delivery agency is
also going to inform you on how to pay the shipping fee for the birds
and they are going to be delivered at your home by delivery agents
from the delivery agency. I will be sending the birds along with
their personal gift basket which will include;

* A bag of bird food, their vet records, 2 designer outfits each, Some
3-4 favorite play toys, Food Menu Card, feeding bowls and a parrot
photo album and some helpful information.

I'm ready to ship the birds to you and it will only take about 7-9
hours for the birds to arrive your home. Also, remember to send me
monthly updates and pictures of the birds as they are coming to join
your family so that I see how they are coping in your home. Will that
be OK with you? and I can send them right away If I have your
information for their delivery. The information required by the
shipping company for their flight registration and delivery at your
home is ...

Full name ..., house address ...,
Cell # ..., Home # ...,
City... , State ..., Zip code &
Closest airport in your area.

Once I have your delivery information, I will go straight to
the shipping company with Nina & Lino register them for transportation
to your location and email you back as soon as I'm done at the
delivery agency. The delivery agency will in addition contact you for
delivery confirmation and also to give you instructions on how to pay
the transportation charges. Hope to read back from you at your
earliest convenience. Note that once you provide me with your delivery
information, i will take it to the Ministry of Pets and Animal
husbandry have all their documents changed to your name as their new
and rightful owner before taking them for registration at the shipping
company okay.

PS: How are you preparing to welcome Nina and Lino in your home?

Thank you so much for accepting to add Nina and Lino into your home.

Waiting to read from you...


i wrote:
> yes i have 3 children 21, 11, and 3. no i'm not a breeder. but i wished you
> lived closer because i prefer to do things in person then send money and
> have them flown here. :(
>
Hello ,
> Thanks for your mail regarding my bird....Yes i have a male and a
> female and they are for adoption and not for sale. They are still
> available to any one prepared to provide them with enough care and
> love,where they will be well spoil with all their needs.....They are 8
> months old and has very good temperament with kids and other pets,very
> playful love to play around with toys and kids,They are health
> guaranteed and DNA tested.....They are up to date on all her shots and
> will be coming along side their health papers and vet records. They also
> speaks English and is a very intelligent and highly social
> bird......They are called Nina and Lino. I'm actually giving them out
> because she belonged to
> my daughter(Jenner) but with a heavy heart i lost Jenner and she was
> all i got ,i work with a global,broad-based health care company devoted
> to discovering new medicines, new technologies and new ways to manage
> health.Jenner died in an accident last 3 weeks on her way back from her
> piano classes and i have very bad memories when i see these bird around
> me,because she was always together with them since i am always busy in
> the laboratory. I really need to give them to someone who can really
> care and love them just the way Jenner used to.Nina and Lino has been
> very lonely since Jenner passed away so the best thing i decided on as
> my colleague advised me was to send them to a loving home .i really
> count on you if you can be there for these bird.. I am located in
> Brooklyn Park,MN. and i am only asking $480 to ship them to you.
>
> Please may i also ask you
> a few questions?
>
> Where are you located?
> Are you a breeder?
> Do you have kids?
> Can you also promise that you will take good care of Nina and Lino?
> How soon are you ready to have them home?
At least with this information's,i will get to know better where they
> will be going to.......See their pictures below.i just hope you will
> love them.....I will also like you to promise me that you will always
> send their pictures to me monthly so that i can see how they are doing
> in your home......Below is an attachment of their most recent pictures
> for you to see.i will be waiting for your mail asap.
>
> Lino ....... Male

> Nina ........ Female
>
> thanks and God bless

> On Fri, Feb 10, 2012 at 7:08 PM i wrote
> Are your greys congos? Is that the price for one or both and is cage
> included in that price
>
>>Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android
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#86312 by vonpaso xlura Fri Feb 17, 2012 1:12 pm
Thanks for posting! Could you post the email headers ("Received: from foo by bar with baz")?

... ni los estafadores heredarán el reino de Dios. 1 Cor. 6:10
#108363 by Melchitt Thu Jun 14, 2012 12:27 am
Hi there

These are still going strong, I have just posted a very similar topic regarding two Macaws, I will also be posting another one shortly about an African grey.
#262702 by DigitalCrash Tue Aug 04, 2015 11:44 pm
This scam is still running. Be aware!!! I have emails from the same scammer to two different email accounts, indicating their location is in two different places. I identical to the one originally posted above. Only difference is that in one email he did say that his wife had just passed away and that he was a disabled military veteran in North Dakota. The other said he was in Virginia.
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#262703 by Bryon Williams Tue Aug 04, 2015 11:47 pm
Welcome to Scamwarners,

Thank you.

Can you please post the email addresses used and a couple of the emails sent to you?

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#262704 by DigitalCrash Wed Aug 05, 2015 12:02 am
The email claiming he's in Virginia is [email protected], gives a street address of 12310 Mandarin Rd,
Richmond,VA,23227

The email claiming he's in North Dakota is [email protected], says he's specifically in Dickinson,ND

His listings appear on birdbreeders.com and oodle.com.
#262705 by Bryon Williams Wed Aug 05, 2015 12:05 am
Can you post a couple of the initial emails sent to you from each email address.

Some people may search for the script, phrases and fake names.

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#262708 by Mike Wilson Wed Aug 05, 2015 12:10 am
http://ourpetsonline.yolasite.com/ Fake puppy website
[email protected]
(916) 800-3637 Google Voice VoIP in Sacramento, CA

The website is in the process of being reported for fraud.

It is ALWAYS a scam
If the pet seller or shipper asks for money to be sent via Western Union, Money Gram, any brand of gift card. Walmart To Walmart , Zelle , PayPal friends and family option, or mentions Cameroon
#262728 by DigitalCrash Wed Aug 05, 2015 4:10 am
First email:


From: Keilla Birds <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: Congo african grey
To: xxxxxxxx

Am very sorry but i posted my advert in different locations because i
needed to get an URGENT home for these cuties,hope you understand.But
i can help you arrange a pets shipping company from here that will get
1 of the bird safely shipped over to your house today.An all you shall
be paying is just $500 and the $500 will include the bird and the
shipping cost altogether.
Thanks
Keilla



>
> Hi,
>
> I have no problem answering your questions about where the bird would
> be located and about us... but I was under the impression that you
> were located in Fort Benning, GA... near where we live. We were
> looking to pick up near us.
>
> Thanks,
> xxxxxxx
>
> Quoting Keilla Birds < [email protected] >:
>
>> Hello Dear,
>> Thanks for your interest in my lovely African Grey.They are up to date
>> with
>> all shots and constant vet checks from a special Vet doctor of the
>> family .They are also very friendly to other household pets and
>> children. Here are some details about them;
>> Gender: 1 Male and 2 Females
>> Names: Daisy,Cassey and Rocky respectively
>> Cost for one $500
>> Species: African Grey
>> Age: 10 Months Old
>> Recognition: DNA Registered
>> Health problems: No health problems
>> Living Conditions: They can live anywhere.
>> Trained: Well-trained and qualified home pets.
>> Health condition: In excellent health, Veterinary
>> Marked, Recorded and confirmed health guarantee.
>> They will come with all their papers and cage.
>>
>> First i will like you to know that i am selling out these birds
>> because i just lost my wife and she was the owner of these birds.
>> She was located in a small area in Dickinson,ND and i am there now with
>> her family which means the birds will be coming from Dickinson,ND. If
>> you can drive over here for the pick up then it will be fantastic but
>> i would gladly arrange for a quick and safe delivery to your doorsteps
>> with no extra cost today or tomorrow if your not able to drive up here
>> to pick up the bird your self. Am very sorry but i posted my advert
>> in different locations because i needed to get an URGENT home for
>> these cuties,hope
>> you understand. I am a retired Soldier, I was a Victim of an accident
>> in a military truck, and i was badly injured with the driver, and the
>> doctor had to perform a trachea Anatomy to save my life. I am happy
>> that i am still alive today and in one piece. I would like to know a
>> little about you and your family and also the environment in which you
>> leave,because I think it is right to know the family that seeks to
>> take these African Grey.
>>
>> Where are you located ?
>> Do You have a vet?
>> Have you ever had a pet before?
>> Which sex of bird are you interested in?
>> Are you Married or Single?
>> Do you have Kids?
>> What is your Name?
>>
>> Honestly i am looking for a loving family and good home for these
>> bird. A home that can provide them with much love,care and
>> all the attention they need. Am looking for some one who will take these
>> bird as family pets and not to be used for breeding or showing.
>> Please do let me know the sex you want so i can provide you with some
>> updated and stunning pictures.
>> Thanks for your understanding and i will be waiting to read from you
>> soonest
>> Mr Kailla
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#262729 by DigitalCrash Wed Aug 05, 2015 4:12 am
Second email (as a totally different inquiry and he sent 2 videos attached to the email and to boot, the names of the birds are Lino and Nina):

Hello my friend
Thanks for your interest in my lovely parrots . They are still available
to any family prepared to provide them with enough care and love, a home
where they will be well spoils with all their needs. They are also up
to date on all their shots, Well-tamed , good associates of kids and
other house hold pets. They are
very Energetic and eager to learn. They are intelligent, independent
and courageous. Quick to determine where they fit in a household's "pack." Good
companionship and friendly towards new people.
They will be coming with playing toys, crates, food samples, and
health document,pedigree and all necessary papers.Please, I will like
to know a few things about you and your environment;

-Are you familiar with Parrot ?
-Do you have kids? Will they be loving to them?
-Do you have a vet doctor?
-Where exactly are you located?
-How soon do you need parrots ?
How Many parrots do you need?

Each puppy goes for $700. i am also located in 12310 Mandarin Rd,
Richmond,VA,23227 with these parrots i am just looking for a good home
for them. I have place the ad in so many states to look for any good
family that can adopt any of them. if you really love any of them and
you are not able to come for the pick up by yourself i can still let
you have the parrots and i can arrange for the parrot to be ship over to
your and it will cost you extra $100 and that will make a total of
$800 for you to purchase and transport the parrots over to your home
please do let me know the one you will be needing so that i can give
you more information and pictures.
Thanks and waiting
Ms. Sadrine Adams
#262730 by Bryon Williams Wed Aug 05, 2015 4:30 am
The scammer is West African by the writing.

Please buy or adopt your pet locally. This way you can physically see it and see the conditions it was raised.

Please contacta moferatorstor if you have a question or information about this post.



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#279845 by Tryna02blue Mon Dec 28, 2015 8:20 pm
Was just scammed by what I assume is a girl. Went by the name of Renee, and was a girl in the pictures and videos. Claims the birds went by the names of Lino and Nina also. I didn't figure it was a scam until the money was sent and it was sent to Maryland, but the phone numbers on the "transportation agency" website were in California. The website is wefirstpettransport.com and the "confirmation email" was sent from [email protected]

First email from "Renee Walker"
+1 (218) 409-6621
[email protected]

Hello
They have very large Vocabulary loves to come out of their cages and
play with you when ever you are around, they will step up onto your
hand , sit on your shoulder and gives you kisses, every word you say
will be repeated by them after you speak, They are 3 years old and are
very intelligent, Exceptional
talkers, very sensitive, psychically attuned to human companions....have
adequate amount of calcium and vitamin A (beta carotene) that means
they are full of nutrients. They are presently on Pellet diets. In fact
they are calm, relaxed, and are centered parrots, intuitive, committed
and faces no health problems.Their health is guaranteed. They will be
coming with all their papers work, their cages, some left over food and
few toys inside their cages. They have been trained to be very flexible,
secured and intellectually challenged. Good with Other Birds, and kids.
They have been raised in an environment of full spectrum lighting and
air purifiers. Have been registered, and has completed all required
vaccinations. Some of their favorite foods. are chopped apples, oranges,
sweet potatoes, scrambled egg bits, rice, cilantro, roccoli bits, and
more - swimming in a water soup, which they likes to sip. These babies
are such a wonderful and sweet birds that love getting out from their
cages and fly on people's shoulder and they enjoy giving lots of kisses.
They are the kind of family pet that every family would love to have in
their home. The model of their cages are (Grey Palace XL Dome top Bird
Cage) the Dimensions is 36" x 28" x 65" and Bar Spacing is 1". They have
their complete medical record, health examination and certification and
will be going with all necessary papers. Please I will love you to
know that i am not selling them,We are relocated to Groveton Texas
from ohio i am looking for a good home for them
and all you will pay is the flight and adoption fee which will cost
$250 for one and $500, I Already made the inquiries from the delivery
agency and you will have them delivered at your doorstep

i am giving out this parrots as i have little time to take care of
them here i am really busy.i shall send the birds along side with :

-- Cage* *
-- Ownership Papers
-- DNA Tested Papers
-- Some Playing Toys
-- Update Photos
-- 1 Year Health Warranty
-- Certificate of Veterinary Inspection


Thanks and waiting
#279849 by vonpaso xlura Mon Dec 28, 2015 9:43 pm
Sorry to hear that. Could you check the spelling of the website? The domain wefirstpettransport.com does not exist. Please post the email that told you about that site and the email that told you to send the money.

... ni los estafadores heredarán el reino de Dios. 1 Cor. 6:10
#279851 by Mike Wilson Mon Dec 28, 2015 9:55 pm
www.wefirstpetstransport.com





Domain Name: WEFIRSTPETSTRANSPORT.COM
Registrar: ENOM, INC.
Sponsoring Registrar IANA ID: 48
Whois Server: whois.enom.com
Referral URL: http://www.enom.com
Name Server: NS1.WEFIRSTPETSTRANSPORT.COM
Name Server: NS2.WEFIRSTPETSTRANSPORT.COM
Status: clientTransferProhibited http://www.icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited
Updated Date: 21-nov-2015
Creation Date: 21-nov-2015
Expiration Date: 21-nov-2016


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Telephone : 951-223-5124

It is ALWAYS a scam
If the pet seller or shipper asks for money to be sent via Western Union, Money Gram, any brand of gift card. Walmart To Walmart , Zelle , PayPal friends and family option, or mentions Cameroon

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