How to Find Your Lost Dog

The most effective way to locate your missing dog is to organize a search. Follow these steps.

Things You'll Need

  • Phone Books
  • Dog Collars
  • Dog Leashes
  • Dog Tags
  • Local Newspapers
  • AVID Microchips For Animal Tracking
  • Dog License
  • Fliers
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Instructions

    • 1

      Inform neighbors that your dog is lost.

    • 2

      Organize a search party. Travel on bikes, by foot, and by car and search the area.

    • 3

      File a lost dog report at all agencies and shelters in the surrounding area.

    • 4

      Go to local agencies and shelters at least once daily to check the new arrivals.

    • 5

      Make fliers that include the date of loss, name of dog, description, any unique markings, a picture and your phone number. Include a reward offer.

    • 6

      Put the fliers up around your neighborhood, at shopping centers, veterinarian clinics, pet shops and anywhere else, including your old neighborhood if you've recently moved.

    • 7

      Place lost dog ads in newspapers and check the Found Dogs section in your local paper. Most important, don't give up.