Lost Pets

Did you know that a dog can travel up to 10 miles a day?

A lot of people do not know to extend a search.

There is nothing more heartbreaking than a lost pet. Not only is this devastating to the family, but also for the pet.  There are some simple things every pet owner can do to reduce the chance of losing an animal, such as keeping cats inside the house and dogs in a fenced yard. Make sure your pet's tags are current and ON - even the inside pets.  A tag doesn't do any good if your pet isn't wearing it.

If your pet does end up missing, it's very important to do ALL of the following:

• Put LOST posters around the area with pictures of the missing pet - don't forget to include your phone number.

• If the pet was adopted from a Rescue Group, call them immediately.

• Place an ad in the local paper and check the FOUND ads daily.

• Call and post the missing pet information to all your local vets.

• Check the local animal shelters DAILY.

• Post the missing pet information on www.pets911.com and www.petfinder.com, and on the PETCO bulletin boards.

• Talk to your neighbors, maybe someone has seen him.

Involve your friends and family in the search. Don't give up! It may take longer than you expected, but you owe it to your pet to keep on trying.