{"id":997,"date":"2024-05-14T09:11:38","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T09:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/?p=997"},"modified":"2024-06-28T08:40:26","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T08:40:26","slug":"canine-sos-what-to-do-if-your-dog-gets-lost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/?p=997","title":{"rendered":"Canine SOS! What to Do if Your Dog Gets Lost"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- wp:themify-builder\/canvas \/-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1002,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22,26,29],"tags":[35,32],"class_list":["post-997","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all-posts","category-dog-sos","category-lost-dog","tag-dog-sos","tag-lost-dog","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"builder_content":"<h1><strong>Canine SOS! What to Do if Your Dog Gets Lost<\/strong><\/h1>\nTrackiPet explains what to do if your dog gets lost and how to prevent it from happening in the first place.\n<section>\n\u00a0\n<\/section>\n<img src=\"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet.jpg\" title=\"Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet\" alt=\"Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Dog_Tracker_Lost_dog_TrackiPet-600x398.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" data-uw-rm-heading=\"level\"><strong>Preparedness makes all the difference in a lost dog emergency.<\/strong><\/h2> <p>We at TrackiPet hope you never have to experience the worry and stress of losing your beloved fur baby. That\u2019s our whole\u00a0<i>raison d'etre<\/i>!\u00a0<\/p> <p>So, you could definitely call us the lost-dog scenario experts. Read on to find out what to do if your dog gets lost and how to prevent it from ever happening in the first place.<\/p> <p>This article will cover:<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost Dog Prevention<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective Search Techniques<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tech Tools<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost and Found Networks<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Do if You Find a Lost Dog<\/li> <\/ul> <h3><strong>Lost Dog Prevention<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Dogs usually wander outside of their safety zone because of either curiosity or fear. It can happen to even the most well-trained, well-supervised pup. But you\u00a0<i>can<\/i>\u00a0reduce the chances of undesired roaming and increase the chances of a swift reunion if it occurs.<\/p> <h3><strong>Prevent<\/strong><\/h3> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give pooch\u00a0<b>plenty of exercise<\/b>\u00a0so that excess energy isn\u2019t a motivating factor for flight.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dedicate time and energy to\u00a0<b>training<\/b>. A dog is less likely to run off and more likely to come back when called if they\u2019re\u00a0<b>well-socialized<\/b>, well-practiced in commands like\u00a0<b>\u201ccome\u201d<\/b>\u00a0and\u00a0<b>\u201cstay,\u201d<\/b>\u00a0and know their\u00a0<b>name<\/b>.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know your dog\u2019s triggers. Do they love to chase critters? Are they scared of fireworks? Use extra safety protocols when triggers are present.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When traveling by car, use\u00a0<b>dog-adapted seatbelts<\/b>\u00a0or\u00a0<b>crates<\/b>\u00a0and avoid opening the window enough for pooch to jump out.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invest in a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/trackipet.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"dog tracker! - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/trackipet.com\/\">dog tracker!<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <p><img src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7878\/3009\/files\/guillaume-de-germain-EfIBVgtRZm8-unsplash_480x480.jpg?v=1690972757\" alt=\"Dog loss prevention\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"Dog loss prevention\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><\/p> <h3><strong>Prepare<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Lay the groundwork for a quick reunion if pup gets lost despite your best efforts:<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure pup is\u00a0<b>microchipped<\/b>\u00a0and has a thorough, accurate\u00a0<b>ID tag<\/b>. Microchips and ID tags don\u2019t help you locate a lost dog. But once found, they help the finder get in touch with you faster. Make sure your contact info is always up to date.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join local\u00a0<b>social media groups<\/b>\u00a0and\u00a0<b>lost and found networks<\/b>. Pay it forward by staying vigilant when a neighbor loses their beloved pet!<\/li> <\/ul> <h3><strong>TrackiPet<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Dog trackers are the #1 way to prevent lost pet scenarios and to bring lost pets home faster. TrackiPet gives you peace of mind by alerting you instantly if pup\u2019s outside of their safety zone and reducing your response time. TrackiPet\u2019s state-of-the-art dog tracker lets you:<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Customize\u00a0<b>geofences<\/b>\u00a0<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receive\u00a0<b>alerts<\/b>\u00a0when pup leaves the geofence zone<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activate\u00a0<b>live tracking mode<\/b><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Beep<\/b>\u00a0on command<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share pup\u2019s location with\u00a0<b>trusted contacts and community members<\/b><\/li> <\/ul> <p>Just remember to keep the long-lasting battery charged!<\/p> <h2><strong>Effective Search Techniques<\/strong><\/h2> <p>It\u2019s easy to panic when you realize pooch is missing\u2014we know. But the good news is that the\u00a0<b>vast majority of lost dogs are reunited with their families!<\/b>\u00a0So stay calm and maximize the efficiency of your lost dog search.<\/p> <h3><strong>Right Away<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Jump into action immediately when you realize pooch is missing!\u00a0<\/p> <ol> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Start close<\/b>\u00a0to the site of departure, moving steadily outward.\u00a0<b>Call their name<\/b>\u00a0and use\u00a0<b>food<\/b>\u00a0and\u00a0<b>familiar-smelling objects<\/b>\u00a0to attract them.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Target your search.<\/b>\u00a0What are pooch\u2019s favorite places? Are they high-energy and likely to run? Are they fearful and likely to hide? Your bond is your greatest asset.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Call for help.<\/b>\u00a0Ask friends and family to come search with you. Ask people on the street if they\u2019ve seen pooch. Use photos and share your contact info.<\/li> <\/ol> <h3><strong>Within a Few Hours<\/strong><\/h3> <p>If your initial search doesn\u2019t yield results, here are the next steps:<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notify the\u00a0<b>authorities.<\/b>\u00a0Call local shelters, humane societies, groomers, animal control etc. to let them know your dog is lost. Share pup\u2019s microchip number.\u00a0<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send out an alert via (a)\u00a0<b>lost and found network(s).<\/b><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distribute\u00a0<b>both paper and digital missing dog posters.<\/b>\u00a0Paper posters can be put up on telephone poles and notice boards in shops, caf\u00e9s, libraries, and anywhere that has one. Digital notices can be posted on social media in neighborhood and pet-focused groups. Be sure to update often, as social media posts can get buried.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An effective missing dog poster includes: <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A photo<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A description with identifying features<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pup\u2019s name\u00a0<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pup\u2019s microchip number<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your contact details<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reward details<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search at night. A scared pup may hide during the day and come out at night when things feel calmer. Repeat your search with flashlights.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beware of scams. If someone asks for the reward before returning pooch, be skeptical.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><img src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7878\/3009\/files\/michael-jin-kQQFDmqQ2qE-unsplash_480x480.jpg?v=1690972968\" alt=\"lost dog\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"lost dog\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><\/p> <h3><strong>Within a Week<\/strong><\/h3> <p>We hope pup\u2019s already been found by now\u2014and they usually are. But if your search takes longer, don\u2019t despair! Dogs missing for longer than a week are still often reunited with their families. Be persistent and proactive.<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renew your social media posts<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check in daily with shelters and authorities<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep up the physical search<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider hiring a professional<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take out ads in the newspaper or on the radio<\/li> <\/ul> <h2><strong>Tech Tools<\/strong><\/h2> <p>Two revolutionary technologies have completely transformed the experience of losing a dog:\u00a0<b>microchips<\/b>\u00a0and\u00a0<b>dog trackers.<\/b>\u00a0Let\u2019s take a closer look at these two pet-parent lifesavers.<\/p> <h3><strong>Microchips<\/strong><\/h3> <p>A microchip is a\u00a0<b>permanent, tamper-proof identification device<\/b>\u00a0for pets. It is about the size of a grain of rice and is implanted with an injection by the vet.\u00a0<b>Side effects are very rare<\/b>\u00a0and chips require\u00a0<b>no maintenance.<\/b><\/p> <p>Once placed, you must\u00a0<b>register your device with the manufacturer.<\/b>\u00a0You can register your contact information and sometimes your dog\u2019s medical history.\u00a0<\/p> <p>The microchip is read by a\u00a0<b>scanner.<\/b>\u00a0The scanner will show the manufacturer and the\u00a0<b>microchip number.<\/b>\u00a0The number can then be searched in the manufacturer\u2019s registry, which will share your contact info.\u00a0<\/p> <p>There are two types of microchips: those with\u00a0<b>ISO standard frequency<\/b>\u00a0and those without. Scanners can typically read one or both (universal). Choosing an ISO standard microchip improves your chances that it can be read abroad.<\/p> <p>A microchip\u00a0<b>does not replace a regular ID tag,<\/b>\u00a0because a regular ID tag can be read by anyone, no scanner needed. But it can\u2019t fall off or be removed like an ID tag can.<\/p> <p>Microchips make dog theft nearly impossible and reduce reunion time when a lost dog is found.<\/p> <p><img src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7878\/3009\/files\/jamie-street-r_xHtaX3l78-unsplash_480x480.jpg?v=1690973062\" alt=\"dog chip\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"dog chip\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><br role=\"presentation\" data-uw-rm-sr=\"\"><\/p> <h3><strong>Trackers<\/strong><\/h3> <p>A dog tracker, at a minimum, allows you to view your dog\u2019s location, which obviously makes your lost dog search A LOT more efficient.\u00a0<\/p> <p><b>TrackiPet<\/b>\u00a0gives you additional peace of mind by allowing you to set geofences, create alerts when pup\u2019s out of bounds, activate real-time tracking, and share pup\u2019s location with trusted and local contacts. 365 days of location history also give you insight into pup\u2019s behavior.<\/p> <p>A dog tracker is the best way to make sure pup doesn\u2019t get lost! At least not for long.<\/p> <h2><strong>Lost and Found Networks<\/strong><\/h2> <p>As you know, the internet is full of good Samaritans who just love to help reunite fur babies with their families. Let\u2019s talk about some of the formal and informal networks available to help.<\/p> <h3><strong>Lost and Found Networks<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Searchable lost and found pet databases often include internal and external alert systems. Here are some of our favorites:<\/p> <ul> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Paw Boost - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/\">Paw Boost<\/a><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/fidofinder.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Fido Finder - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/fidofinder.com\/\">Fido Finder<\/a><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/petlink.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"PetLink - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"http:\/\/petlink.net\/\">PetLink<\/a><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lost.petcolove.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"PetCo Love Lost - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/lost.petcolove.org\/\">PetCo Love Lost<\/a><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/petamberalert.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Pet Amber Alert - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/petamberalert.com\/\">Pet Amber Alert<\/a><\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalpetregister.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"National Pet Register (UK) - open in a new tab\" data-uw-rm-ext-link=\"\" data-uw-rm-brl=\"PR\" data-uw-original-href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalpetregister.org\/\">National Pet Register (UK)<\/a><\/li> <\/ul> <p>Remember, these resources are limited to one country. TrackiPet\u2019s community, however, is global!<\/p> <h3><strong>Social Media<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Although they aren\u2019t specifically designed for pet rescue, your neighborhood\u2019s local\u00a0<b>Nextdoor, Facebook, and Instagram<\/b>\u00a0groups are great places to post missing or found pet notifications. They ensure that the people with eyes on the ground know to keep them open.<\/p> <p><img src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/7878\/3009\/files\/overture-creations-5sI6fQgYIuo-unsplash_480x480.jpg?v=1690973220\" alt=\"Lost dog\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"Lost dog\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"ALT\"><\/p> <h2><strong>What to Do if You Find a Lost Dog<\/strong><\/h2> <p>If you see a stray, you might have the opportunity to be a hero! Here\u2019s what you do:<\/p> <ol> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approach with care and lure pup in with gentle encouragement or treats. No loud noises or abrupt movements.\u00a0<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer pup clean water. You don\u2019t know how long they\u2019ve gone without drinking.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for an ID tag. If the owner\u2019s contact info is available, call without delay.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check social media and lost and found databases. If you find a notification with the owner\u2019s information, pick up the phone! You can also post a found dog notice.<\/li> <li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take pup to a local authority\u2014shelter, vet, or animal control. They can scan for a microchip. If the owner can\u2019t be located immediately, make a plan for care. The authority may be able to hang onto the dog until the owner is found or they might ask you to!<\/li> <\/ol> <p>Congratulations! You just gave pup and their family the best gift of all.<\/p> <h2><strong>So, if pooch goes missing, keep calm!<\/strong><\/h2> <p>Now know what to do if your dog gets lost. Remember, preparation, optimism, and persistence are the keys to giving any lost dog emergency a hap<\/p>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/997","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=997"}],"version-history":[{"count":23,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/997\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1062,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/997\/revisions\/1062"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/1002"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=997"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=997"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/trackipet.ca\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=997"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}