What Does Survival Mode Mean?

Survival mode refers to a state of heightened physiological and psychological response that occurs in dogs when they are lost or separated from their owners. When a dog finds themselves in an unfamiliar environment or is separated from their pack (i.e., their human family), they can become overwhelmed and experience stress, anxiety, and fear. In […]

Large Intersection Signs Bring Mama Home

Using large signs is one of the most effective things you can do to get your lost dog back home. Signs alert passing motorists who may see your dog and then instantly have the phone number to call. Here is an article from our website to help guide you through the process of making and […]

Four Free, Easy Ways to Increase the Reach of Your Lost Pet’s Social Media Post

Social media can be an effective, free way to get the word out about your missing pet but it requires some commitment and know-how on your part to have the best effect. Every lost pet who is listed with the free service, Pet FBI  is posted by one of our volunteers on a corresponding state or provincial […]

Should You Include Your’s Dog’s Name on Your Lost Flyer?

We’ve noticed a recent trend to omit a lost dog’s name from lost pet listings and flyers. We understand where this rationale has come from. Lost dogs in survival mode should never be chased or called so not including their name can theoretically prevent a well-meaning Good Samaritan from running after the dog and possibly […]

Generating Sightings is the Key to a Successful Recovery

Generating sightings of your missing dog is the key to a successful recovery. You should be using a three-tiered approach: 1. Quickly hand deliver flyers and posting signs in the area where your dog was last seen. This is the Number One way lost dogs are found. This should be done in the first few […]

Huchi – Lost In A Foreign Land

 Huchi was rescued in  late 2016 from a South Korean Dog Meat Farm.  He came to the United States and spent two months in a foster home before he was adopted by his owners. Unfortunately Huchi saw a chance to escape on March 1, 2017 and he was out the door.  Sightings came in almost […]