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I found a lost pet. What do I do?
Written by TPFT   
Thursday, 21 April 2011 22:27

First thing to do is check the stray pet for tags. Hopefully the pet will be wearing one and a phone number will be listed. But if there is no tag and it’s either a dog or cat you found, then look inside the ears for a tattoo. Often, purebreds will be branded and registered with the American Kennel Association or the American Cat Fanciers’ Association.

The next option would be to look up ‘Lost Pet’ listings in the local paper, craigslist, and The Humane Society. Still no luck? Then register the dog or cat with a match-up program found at many of the animal shelters. Also, post flyers around the neighborhood where you first encountered the stray.

Keep in mind that the owners are probably looking for their pet. When you receive a call in response to your posting, ask for a detailed description of the pet to prove ownership.