Dog Lost

What to do when your dog is lost:

1. Immediate Search: Search immediately in the area where it was lost
2. Post Listing: Publish a detailed lost dog listing
3. Veterinarian Notification: Notify veterinarians in the area
4. Social Media: Share on social media
5. Shelter Check: Check animal shelters
6. Chip Notification: Report if your dog has a chip

Information that should be included in a lost dog listing:

• Dog Photos: Clear and current photos
• Physical Characteristics: Color, size, special markings
• Last Seen Location: Last seen place and date
• Contact Information: Phone and address information
• Reward Information: Reward amount if any
• Chip Number: Chip information if available

Things to do when a lost dog is found:

1. Safe Keeping: Keep the dog in a safe place
2. Chip Check: Have chip check done at veterinarian
3. Post Listing: Publish a found dog listing
4. Shelter Notification: Notify animal shelters
5. Owner Search: Search for owner in the area
6. Veterinary Check: Have health condition checked

Lost dog search process timing:

• First 24 Hours: Most critical period, intensive search
• 1-3 Days: Regional search and listing publication
• 1-2 Weeks: Wide area search and social media
• 1-3 Months: Continuous follow-up and updates
• Long Term: Don't give up hope, continuous search
• Success Rate: 70-80% chance of finding in first week

Methods to increase the chance of finding a lost dog:

1. Quick Action: Search immediately when lost
2. Wide Sharing: Share in as many places as possible
3. Physical Search: Regular physical search in the area
4. Offering Reward: Determine appropriate reward amount
5. Community Support: Get neighbor and community support
6. Professional Help: Get support from pet search experts