What To Do If Your Dog Gets Lost

1. Start Searching Immediately

• Begin looking in your neighborhood and any nearby areas your dog is familiar with.
• Call your dog’s name calmly and bring a favorite toy or treat to help lure them back.
• Ask neighbors, joggers, and delivery drivers if they’ve seen your pet.

2. Notify Local Shelters and Vets

• Contact local animal shelters, rescues, and veterinary offices to see if anyone has brought your dog in.
• Give a clear description and photo, and leave your contact info.

3. Use Social Media and Lost Pet Networks

• Post on local community groups, neighborhood apps, and lost pet pages.
• Include a recent photo, your pet’s name, breed, color, and any distinguishing features.
• Check sites like PawBoost, Petfinder, and local Facebook pages.

4. Create and Distribute Flyers

• Design simple flyers with a large photo, name, description, and your contact info.
• Post in busy areas like grocery stores, gas stations, vet offices, parks, and intersections.

5. Don’t Give Up

• Dogs can travel far or hide nearby—keep checking the same spots and ask neighbors to check garages or sheds.
• Update shelters and online posts regularly and keep hope alive.

Prevention Tips

• Keep ID tags on your dog at all times with your current phone number.
• Microchip your pet and keep your contact info updated.
• Secure fences and always leash in unfamiliar areas.

"The best chance of finding your lost dog is taking action fast and staying visible in your community."

Animal Rescue Advice