The Manx constabulary has received reports of people being scammed when buying puppies.
In a post on social media, the force warned against finding the newest addition to your family on Facebook.
They are urging animal lovers to find out if sellers are genuine, and not to hand over money until the animal has been seen in person.
If you've spotted a scam, you can report it to the Office of Cyber Security and Information Assurance, and contact your bank if you've lost money.
TT footbridge construction to close road
Part of the TT course will shut tomorrow while a footbridge is installed.
Police name biker who died in Ballamodha crash
Police say a motorcyclist has died after a crash earlier this week.
Peel cars return home
There's a chance to see two of the world's smallest production cars, which have returned home this weekend.
Benefits claimant abused staff
A man frustrated over his benefits claim subjected government staff to a barrage of abuse.
Euro game road closures approved
North Quay in Douglas will be closed for the home nations football matches during this year's Euros.
Whale and Dolphin watching event on Sunday
A wildlife charity is holding its first spotting event of the year this weekend.
Northern lights a possibility this weekend
The Island could be in for a Bank holiday aurora show this weekend.
Can we use the UK NHS app?
Questions about the UK's NHS mobile app will be raised in the House of Keys next week.
