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Thanks for your feedback, @kristykynett. However, there are a few important legal and biological distinctions regarding consumer rights and credit card disputes that need clarification.
A store’s TOS does not override credit card association policies or consumer protection laws regarding...
@Bobinbama Thanks for sharing your perspective. I completely understand why Fear Not has a 2-hour window for DOA claims, and I agree that unpacking small slings requires great care. However, there are two key reasons why taking a $21 credit isn't a fair or logical resolution here. The issue...
I sent the final email to Fear Not as suggested, clearly distinguishing between DOA/LAG and a pre-existing neurological defect (DKS), and asking for evidence that husbandry can cause DKS in 24 hours.
Fear Not responded by literally copy-pasting their previous template message, refusing to...
Thank you so much for this perspective, @m0lsx. You are absolutely right about the LAG terms this was indeed a case of a defective/sick animal rather than a DOA, so hiding behind the 2-hour window is legally baseless.
I will follow your advice and send Fear Not one final email to build a solid...
Vendor: Fear Not Tarantulas
Order Delivery Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 11:38 AM
Total Animals Received: 4 spiderlings (Phormingochilus hati-hati, 2x Psalmopoeus irminia, and 1 Tliltocatl albopilosus )
I am posting this review to share my recent experience with an order from Fear Not...