Iowans are being warned about a scam targeting people who post online ads offering pet-sitting and babysitting services. Jim Hegarty, at the Better Business Bureau chapter in Omaha-Council Bluffs, says a young woman who recently advertised her pet-sitting service was contacted by a couple who claimed they needed someone to watch multiple pets while they moved.

The situation went quickly south for the entrepreneur and she’s out several thousand dollars.

The woman had offered her services on the website care-dot-com. Iowa parents are reminded to keep close tabs on their kids’ online exchanges, especially when money is involved.

He says anytime a deal involves depositing or wiring money and reshipping packages, it could be a scam.