Things You'll Need
- Live trap
- Canned dog food
- Friend/family member
- Camera
- Printer
Instructions
Monitor the lost dog closely to determine the area or areas it frequents the most.
Set the live trap in an area where you've recently witnessed the dog or seen signs of the dog's presence. You can purchase live traps at hardware and pet stores or borrow one from your local humane society or animal shelter.
Place canned dog food in the live trap as bait. Canned dog food has a strong aroma that attracts a hungry, lost dog into the trap.
Check the live trap regularly. Dogs feed or look for food throughout the day, so check the trap every few hours for maximum success.
Move the live trap containing the dog to a safe and secure environment. Depending on the size of the lost dog, ask a friend or family member to help you move the live trap containing the captured dog to a safe location.