Is "PETCO VITAL CARE 4200" fraud?

Written by Remi Russell

June 18th, 2024

Medium Risk

What is "PETCO VITAL CARE 4200"?

Petco has been in business since 1965. The company provides a range of retail products that include pet food, pet supplies, grooming products, and various accessories for animals such as dogs, cats, fish, reptiles, birds, and small pets. Petco also offers services such as grooming, training, and veterinary care through its in-store clinics. The company operates both physical stores and an online retail platform.

  • PETCO: Merchant name or organization conducting the transaction
  • VITAL CARE: Description or specific service/product associated with the transaction
  • 4200: Reference number, store number, or identifier related to the transaction

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