Is "Pos Debit- 8455 8455 Bark&co (barkbox)" fraud?

Written by Lily Tran

June 18th, 2024

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What is "Pos Debit- 8455 8455 Bark&co (barkbox)"?

Bark has been in business since 2012. The company specializes in pet products, primarily geared towards dogs. They offer a variety of retail products, including dog toys, treats, and accessories. One of their well-known products is the BarkBox, a monthly subscription service that delivers curated boxes of dog toys, treats, and other items. Bark also provides customizable options allowing pet owners to tailor the contents of their subscription boxes to their pets' specific needs and preferences.

  • Pos Debit: Point of Sale debit, indicating a purchase made directly from a retail location.
  • 8455: Last four digits of the card used for the transaction.
  • 8455 (repeated): Likely an internal reference or a mistake duplicating the last four digits of the card.
  • Bark&co: Name of the merchant or company where the transaction occurred.
  • (barkbox): Description or further detail about the merchant, indicating the purchase was for a BarkBox.

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