Dogs lost from fireworks 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 hit by a train. […]
Did you know that it is illegal for the public to put flyers in US mailboxes? You could be fined 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 the […]
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 living with a dog who may be shy, fearful or stressed […]
Just like a jigsaw puzzle, there are many pieces that need to fall into place when looking for a lost dog. There isn’t a “one size fits all” answer. Not every lost dog will need to be trapped, nor will every lost dog end up in a shelter. Not every microchipped dog will be found […]
Your missing dog has turned up at a rescue and is now available for adoption. How does this happen? A microchipped dog who is scanned may be backtracked to a rescue or may have a rescue as a secondary contact. If you were unable to be reached, the microchip company may have called the rescue […]
Don’t be too hasty to dismiss a possible match! As shown below, a dog’s appearance can change over time It is always best to go in person to confirm. Many thanks to our volunteer, Tracie, for sharing these photos of her dog Maisie.
Cody, a 13 year old Chow Chow, went missing from his yard near West Lebanon, Indiana on July 27th, 2019. It is assumed that he was picked up by someone who pulled into the driveway. Cody’s owner, Brandi, made a Facebook page for him to post his photos and share his story. She didn’t know […]
Is your missing dog staying in one area but reluctant to enter a humane trap? “Helpful” neighbors may be overfeeding your dog and undermining your efforts to successfully catch him. Lost dogs in survival mode need to be hungry enough to take the risk to enter a humane trap. An overfed dog has little incentive […]
The number one cause of death of lost dogs is being hit by a car. This is often the result of too much pressure on the dog by people who are following, calling, whistling or approaching him/her. Allowing the dog to settle and relax in one area is key to a safe recovery. Too many […]
Lost dogs generally fall into one of two categories. They were either “Opportunistic” or “Lost from a Stressful Situation”. Click on the links above to read more about these definitions. Sometimes you will see the phrase “my dog ran away”. We find these words to be problematic and even detrimental to the safe recovery of the dog. Implying that […]
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