Name:   MAJ USA RET - Subject:   LOST or FOUND DOGS Date:   8/5/2013 8:17:57 AM (updated 8/5/2013 8:37:31 AM)

When you lose your dog… when you find a dog… here is what you MUST do! Notify the nearest animal shelter and ALL of the local veterinarians.  Give the following information:
* The breed of the dog (mixed breeds: tell them it is a mix and the closest breed that it looks like).
* The color of the dog
* The weight of the dog
* If lost:  The dog does/does not have a chip
* If lost:  The dogs name (this is important… dogs respond to their name)
* Where you lost/found the dog
* Your contact information.

If the veterinarian has an email address, send an email which includes a picture.

Most folks who lose their dog begin to despair immediately. After a few days, they expect only miracles. After a few weeks, sad resignation sets in.

Miracles can be assisted. “Jackson” was missing since the 4th of July (ran away from fireworks). His owners lived in another state. Jackson’s mate missed him. He was a rescue dog and very timid so his owners really had little hope of seeing him again. BUT, they took the recommended steps (above).  This picture is Jackson being re-united with his owners AFTER THREE WEEKS and miles from where he was lost!