Help and Resources for Lost/Missing Pets

If your pet goes missing, acting quickly and systematically is crucial. Here is some important advice to follow:

·       Post posters everywhere. Ideally include a reward, but even without one, posters are essential. Place them widely—at local stores, vet clinics, businesses, and in residential areas.

·       Place small posters in mailboxes throughout the neighborhood.

·       Report your missing pet to all shelters you can think of, both nearby and in surrounding areas, as pets can travel farther than you might expect.

·       Keep checking shelters in person and by phone regularly. Persistence is key.

·       Put out food and water in case your pet is nearby.

·       Post your missing pet on the Animal Alert Services below.

·       Including a reward can greatly increase the chance of a successful recovery.

·       Organize searches with friends, neighbors, and community members. Regularly search the area, note sightings, and try to narrow down where your pet might be.

·       Post on all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and encourage sharing widely.

·       Check online classifieds and lost & found posts, such as Craigslist or Facebook groups, in case someone has found your pet.

·       Never give up. Continuously following these steps significantly increases your chances of finding your pet.

Animal Alert Services
PET FBI

PETRADAR

PAWBOOST

PETPLACE

Additional Helpful Resources
10 Simple Steps to Find a Missing Pet (Dr. Karen Shaw Becker, bark & whiskers)

C4P Amber Alert For Lost Pets

Please don’t be overwhelmed. The more you can do the better!