Prepared before it matters

Lost pet recovery plan.
Prepare before every signal.

A tracker can provide a lead, but successful recovery also depends on current identification, fast local searching and accurate information shared with the right people.

petting status: recovery support is a planned direction. Do not rely on petting one as your only identification or safety measure.

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What should I do when a pet goes missing?

Start close to the last confirmed location and search the places the pet knows: entrances, hiding spots, familiar routes and quiet sheltered areas. Confirm the time and direction of the last sighting. Call local shelters, veterinary clinics and animal control, and verify that the pet’s microchip registration has your current contact details. Share one clear, recent photo, the exact area, identifying features and a phone number, while avoiding unnecessary personal information. If a tracker is attached, note when its location last updated and remember that the point may be delayed or imprecise. Frightened pets may hide and behave differently from their normal routine, so coordinate searchers calmly and keep a record of checked areas and sightings.

Source: ASPCA lost-pet search and identification guidance.

Prepare before an escape

  • Keep a readable ID tag and microchip registration current.
  • Save recent full-body photos from several angles.
  • Check gates, carriers, harnesses and collar fit.
  • Know the local shelter and animal-control contact process.