Why We Do Not Endorse Lost Dog Tracking Devices and Tags
Although this article was written in 2015, we still do not endorse GPS tags or devices for the reasons stated below. Thanks to the power of social media and the loyalty of our fans, the sister organizations of Lost Dogs of America have developed a very large Facebook following and audience (over 200,000 Facebook fans). […]
APRIL 23 IS NATIONAL LOST DOG AWARENESS DAY To Remind Us Not All Stray Dogs Are Homeless
April 23 is the second annual National Lost Dog Awareness Day (NLDAD). Shelters and rescues across the United States use this day to bring attention to the many dogs in their care who have family looking for them. We live in a world where people sometimes assume the dogs they find are unwanted. Lost Dog […]
Use Facebook to Help Increase Your Shelter’s Return to Owner Rate
Many animal shelters in America have contracts with local municipalities to hold “stray” dogs for the state-mandated stray hold to give owners an opportunity to reclaim their lost dog. This period of time varies from state to state. A shelter typically has two windows of opportunity to help people find their lost dog: When a person who […]
Correct Microchip Scanning Procedures Saves Lives!
Mitch – True Survivor’s Tale
Putting the Pieces into Place for Your Pet’s Microchip
Disclaimer-Lost Dogs Of America believes all dogs should wear a collar with an up to date readable ID tag and have a properly registered microchip. We know microchips work in helping pets get home when all the pieces fall into place. First, the animal is brought to a vet clinic, rescue/shelter or animal control facility […]
Luring a Shy, Lost Dog Using a Portable Grill
When NOT to Use a Tracking Dog to Find a Lost Dog
The idea of using a tracking dog to find a lost dog is very compelling, but most people who pursue this option do not have a good understanding of how a tracking (or trailing) dog works. In some cases a tracking dog CAN provide useful information for locating a lost dog such as confirming sightings or […]