Warning issued about pet adoption scam
People considering adopting a pet are being warned about a growing number of Internet scams that ask for money up front and then fail to deliver the animal, bilking unsuspecting victims of hundreds of dollars.
Buyers should know who they are purchasing their pets from, the American Veterinary Medical Association advises. They should meet with the breeder directly before a purchase to see the conditions under which the pet has been bred and raised.
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THE HUNT OF HER LIFE, is a nonfiction book
about Samantha, an unwanted rescue dog who the author adopts at age 2.
This nicely designed full-color book, by longtime newspaper journalist
and MySetterSam.com publisher Joseph A. Reppucci, contains more than 60
beautiful color photos of dogs to help illustrate the compelling and uplifting
story of Samantha - a pretty tricolor bird dog who uses her warm
personality to win people over and build a new family after being put up
for adoption by a hunter because she is gun-shy and afraid to hunt.
Learn how she uses her special bonding abilities with people to help her
eventually make a transition from the hunting fields to family life.
While reading the The Hunt of Her Life, you will travel with Samantha and the author along a trail filled with surprising twists, sudden turns, mystery and even what some call a miracle. And when the journey is finished, you may never look at people and their pets, motherhood - and perhaps even God - in the same way. The vibrant color photos are carefully positioned throughout the book so you can see images of Samantha and other dogs as you are reading about them, making the story and dogs come alive!
Pet enthusiasts will appreciate the deep bond shared between this unwanted rescue dog and the book's author. Their unique closeness helps Samantha to twice defy certain death. Mothers will be touched by the relationship that the author has with his own mother. Their connection helps him to overcome many frustrations and deal with overwhelming odds in his suspenseful nationwide "hunt" to try to locate the unknown birthplace and family roots of his unregistered rescue dog after she eventually succumbs to illness. Those who like suspense will be intrigued and fascinated by the crafty investigative journalism techniques the author uses to try to uncover his dog's family tree. And everyone will be in awe as they come to realize that God all along has been providing a guiding hand in Samantha's journey through life and astonished when they ultimately learn about the mystical gift at the end of this rescue dog's trail.
The Hunt of Her Life is must reading. It will take you on a captivating journey - a trip like no other - that will touch your heart.
"A wonderful journey made all the more remarkable by the determination of the author to honor his beloved English Setter and her bloodline. Twist after twist, turn after turn, you're never let down as The Hunt of Her Life proceeds toward its uplifting conclusion. Vivid photos complement the intelligent narrative. Don't forget the tissues, but don't worry - there's plenty to smile about, too."
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A book about a rescue dog
that will touch your heart
that will touch your heart
THE HUNT OF HER LIFE, is a nonfiction book
about Samantha, an unwanted rescue dog who the author adopts at age 2.
This nicely designed full-color book, by longtime newspaper journalist
and MySetterSam.com publisher Joseph A. Reppucci, contains more than 60
beautiful color photos of dogs to help illustrate the compelling and uplifting
story of Samantha - a pretty tricolor bird dog who uses her warm
personality to win people over and build a new family after being put up
for adoption by a hunter because she is gun-shy and afraid to hunt.
Learn how she uses her special bonding abilities with people to help her
eventually make a transition from the hunting fields to family life.While reading the The Hunt of Her Life, you will travel with Samantha and the author along a trail filled with surprising twists, sudden turns, mystery and even what some call a miracle. And when the journey is finished, you may never look at people and their pets, motherhood - and perhaps even God - in the same way. The vibrant color photos are carefully positioned throughout the book so you can see images of Samantha and other dogs as you are reading about them, making the story and dogs come alive!
Pet enthusiasts will appreciate the deep bond shared between this unwanted rescue dog and the book's author. Their unique closeness helps Samantha to twice defy certain death. Mothers will be touched by the relationship that the author has with his own mother. Their connection helps him to overcome many frustrations and deal with overwhelming odds in his suspenseful nationwide "hunt" to try to locate the unknown birthplace and family roots of his unregistered rescue dog after she eventually succumbs to illness. Those who like suspense will be intrigued and fascinated by the crafty investigative journalism techniques the author uses to try to uncover his dog's family tree. And everyone will be in awe as they come to realize that God all along has been providing a guiding hand in Samantha's journey through life and astonished when they ultimately learn about the mystical gift at the end of this rescue dog's trail.
The Hunt of Her Life is must reading. It will take you on a captivating journey - a trip like no other - that will touch your heart.
What they are saying:
"A wonderful journey made all the more remarkable by the determination of the author to honor his beloved English Setter and her bloodline. Twist after twist, turn after turn, you're never let down as The Hunt of Her Life proceeds toward its uplifting conclusion. Vivid photos complement the intelligent narrative. Don't forget the tissues, but don't worry - there's plenty to smile about, too."
- Dick Trust, sports writer (retired),
The Patriot Ledger of Quincy, Mass.
The Patriot Ledger of Quincy, Mass.
''The
book is terrific! Wonderfully written, and I loved looking at those
magnificent color photographs. This book really moved me, and I couldn't
put it down. I don't own a dog, but I was inspired by this compelling
rescue dog's story."
- Matthew Spencer, reporter,
Nebraska Life magazine
Nebraska Life magazine
"A wonderful
story that is told with love and pride by a fine writer. It's a great
tribute not only to Samantha, the rescue dog who is the book's main
character, but to rescue dogs everywhere, of all kinds. This book is a
must read for all dog lovers."
- Maryellen Dever, freelance reporter,
Hingham, Mass., Journal
Hingham, Mass., Journal
Available at:
- MySetterSam page at Createspace.com, the book's publisher. Createspace.com is a division of Amazon.com.
Also find it on: Amazon.com
Like it on: Facebook/thehuntofherlife
CLICK HERE TO LOOK INSIDE THE BOOK
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"Many reputable breeders, who are concerned about making sure the pet receives a suitable home, will not sell animals unless they are able to meet and interview their potential owner or owners," Dr. Gail Golab, director of AVMA's animal welfare division, states in a media release "If extenuating circumstances prevent you from meeting with a breeder face-to-face, you should check references and credentials first, and never send money without speaking to the breeder."
Dr. Walter Woolf, owner of Air Animal Pet Movers, a pet-moving service, researched these scams after his company began being mentioned in Internet postings by Cameroon-based scammers promising pets at below-market prices.
The scammers offer pets to buyers who wire money to Cameroon or a money-drop in the United Kingdom. Air Animal Pet Movers and other animal transport companies in the United States are listed as carriers in the postings to make the scam seem legitimate, Dr. Woolf says.
Unsuspecting buyers send an initial amount to the scammers and are later asked for more money for insurance costs, unexpected veterinary services, permits or transportation costs, Dr. Woolf says. The requests for money continue until the victim realizes he has have been scammed.
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Homeless pets in dire need of help
Influx of homeless pets overwhelms shelters
Save a homeless pet's life by dogging it at work
Advice for those adopting purebred dogs
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AMVA advises scam victims to contact local authorities and to file a complaint with the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb.org.
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