Toby, a shy dog, bolts from the sound of fireworks and panic ensues. EVERYBODY wants to help – a good thing. Or is it? One of the first hurdles that the owner of a shy, lost dog must do is to calm down and gain control of the situation. He or she must also be […]
Toby, the Australian Shepherd, was a shy dog. Not only was he wary of strangers, but he had been lost from a strange location (a family member’s house) during the week of the 4th of July. The family was prepared to keep him in the house during the community fireworks display; but a neighborhood party erratically shooting […]
One of our long-time volunteers has coined a clever name for some of our missing dogs. She affectionately calls them “dandelions” because they are common and they all look alike. The problem with dandelions is that they can present a real challenge to their owner when they get lost. Here is the list of most […]
These are the indicating factors that will predispose a dog to shyness or elusiveness. 1) Demeanor: A shy or wary personality. Is the dog wary of strangers or men, or people wearing hats? Is he slow to warm up to new people? 2) Origin: Dogs rescued from abusive situations, puppy mills or purchased at a […]
This normally surprises people, but it’s true: if your dog is lost, your pet will probably run from you when he or she sees you. Yes, you read that correctly. If lost, your dog, even one that has always been friendly and your devoted companion, may bolt in the opposite direction from where you are. Your […]
Many owners worry that their lost dog will not find enough to eat. A couple of things to remember: dogs (like people) are omnivores; not carnivores (like cats). Dogs can survive without meat (of course they would prefer meat, but they don’t need it). When you are looking for your missing dog, keep in mind […]
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