Those searching for a new pet are being told to take extra care.
It comes following numerous reports of people being tricked out of their cash.
Criminals have been taking advantage of the coronavirus pandemic, with Action Fraud in the UK reporting talmost £300,000 has been taken in deposits from aspiring pet owners, since March.
Officers say the issue is not only in the UK and people need to be cautious.
First cruise of 2025 arrives today
The first cruise ship visit of the year takes place today.
Revealing school validation info would hinder oppenness, says minister
Education minister Daphne Caine says releasing information about problems in schools would prevent open and transparent discussion with inspectors.
Who missed school because of storms?
How many teachers and students missed school because of severe gales in February?
Mountain Road closed for hill climb
Part of the Mountain Road is shut today as the Manx Classic Hillclimb continues.
Prom steps unsafe for Tower of Refuge walk
The annual walk out to a Douglas landmark will take place tomorrow.
Can the government earn its Stripe?
An Onchan MHK will quiz the Island's enterprise minister about bringing a payment processing company to the Island.
Houses plan for former nursing home
A former nursing home in Douglas, which was to be converted into more than 30 apartments, could now be transformed into townhouses.
New Wetherspoons to open at 8am every day
The Island's new Wetherspoons will keep its later opening hours - and open from 8am every morning.
