Use This Checklist if Your Foster Dog or Newly Adopted Dog Goes Missing
If you are fostering or have recently adopted a dog and your dog goes missing here is a checklist to get you started.
Moving? Here are Some Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe
According to the U.S. Census the average American will move 12 times in their life. Moving is stressful for both two and four legged family members. Your dog’s health and behavior can be off during and after the move. Below are tips for moving with your dog to help alleviate some of the stress and […]
Keep Your Pet Safe During New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Noisy parties, loud music, and of course, fireworks – these New Year’s Eve traditions are great fun for people, but they are traumatic and dangerous to pets. New Year’s Eve is a busy time for lost pets and in some states, it is almost as busy as the Fourth of July. Backyard, neighborhood and public […]
Six Things to Consider Before Using a Drone in Your Lost Dog Search
A few weeks ago a major news network ran a very heartwarming story about a lost dog named Meadow who was found by a commercial drone operator. It caused a flurry of discussion and brought renewed hope to lost dog owners who thought using a drone was going to be the answer to finding their […]
Use a Thank You Sign to When Your Long Lost Dog is Home
If you have successfully captured your long lost dog it is a great idea to let the community know that he or she has been caught. This Thank You sign helps in three ways: 1. It encourages people to help again the next time a dog is missing in their area 2. It educates people […]
Allow Your Lost Dog to Have a Hiding Spot
Dogs lost from loud noises or scary situations usually bolt and then hide. They may remain in hiding for several hours or several days. This is okay. Dogs are safe in their hiding spots. They are safe from being hit by cars or from running and getting overheated. They are safe from drowning or being […]
It is Illegal to Put Flyers in U.S. Mailboxes
Did you know that it is illegal for the public to put flyers in U.S. mailboxes? You could get a fine for every flyer you insert into a mailbox. It is also illegal to affix the flyer to the box or the flag in any way. Use the newspaper box if there is one (below […]
Tips for Newly Adopted Dogs or Foster Dogs Who Get Lost From Their New Home
Newly Adopted or Fostered Dogs That Are a “High Flight Risk” More and more people are choosing to adopt their new best friend from a rescue or shelter. This is a wonderful thing! Many dogs, through no fault of their own, need a new home. Unfortunately, though, many people are unprepared for the challenges of […]
QR Codes Are Handy During COVID-19 Outbreak
During the COVID-19 outbreak you will have to be creative spreading the word about your missing dog. It is understandable that people may not want to touch your flyer to use the pull off tabs. We want to point out that each one of our flyers has a QR code in the upper left hand […]
Are You Bringing a New Pet Into the Family? Here Are a Few Things to Consider
Have you recently acquired a new pet? Here are a few things to consider: 1. Did the person or organization that you got your pet from have the legal authority to transfer ownership to you? Were they the legal owners? If the pet was a “stray” was he/she scanned thoroughly for a microchip? Was every […]