How to Make a Flyer for a Lost Pet

It is a very difficult time when a pet is lost and you wonder what you can do about it. Not only can you walk or drive around your neighborhood asking your neighbors if they have seen your beloved pet but you can also make a flyer. A flyer can help you to be in multiple places at once in an effort to maximize awareness within your community that your pet is missing.

Things You'll Need

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Instructions

    • 1

      Find a picture of your pet. Use a picture that shows your pet in its entirety. If possible, include additional pictures showing any distinctive markings that your lost pet may have. Not only does a photo help people to identify your pet if they see it, but it may also keep someone from stealing your pet if they think others may also recognize it.

    • 2

      Place the name of your pet in a prominent position on the flyer. This will let people call to your pet if they see her, especially if your pet is in a dangerous situation, such as in the middle of a road. It may also make your pet more agreeable toward the person trying to help return her to you.

    • 3

      Give your contact information including your name, address and phone number. If possible, provide alternate contact information of a neighbor or family member who could take the lost pet if, for some reason, you cannot be contacted. Be sure to ask the alternate contact if you can place his information on your flyer.

    • 4

      Add a paragraph describing where your pet was lost, the day and time your pet was last seen and any other information that may help someone to return your pet to you. It may also help to describe how much your pet means to you and your family and how sad you are that she is missing. If someone feels sorry for your loss, he may keep his eyes open more for your pet.

    • 5

      Offer a reward if you can afford it. While it is not necessary, a reward may make someone return your pet who may otherwise have just ignored your flyer. A reward does not have to be large to work. Even $20 may convince someone to call if he finds your pet.