Pets require our attention because there are so many possibilities for them to become lost.

My pet has gone missing. So, what should I do now?

When someone asks this question, I respond with another: Is there a microchip in it?

While microchips aren't like tracking collars in that they can't tell you where your pet is, they can aid the person who finds them figure out who owns the animal.

A microchip the size of a grain of rice is implanted under the skin of the pet. The chip has to be registered with the firm that gave it to you. If you're the primary contact on the chip, I recommend adding the rescue organization where you received the pet or your veterinarian as a backup. If the pet is found in a vet facility or shelter, they will know who to contact right away. Also, if you move, make sure to notify the microchip vendor of your new address.

After exploring the neighborhood and calling for the pet, the first thing you should do is post flyers depicting your pet's appearance and give them to your neighbors so they may contact you if they spot your pet.

Lost pets can also be listed on a variety of websites dedicated to this purpose.

We live in a society where animals might be taken, therefore I advise people not to leave their dogs in their yards unattended. We now live in a world when cameras are everywhere, so if your pet goes missing, first check to see if there is any evidence that it was taken and whether it was by a person or an animal.

Dogs have a tendency to wander, and if they're sociable, they may find up with someone in another city. Continue to publicize the disappearance on social media and distribute posters to local vet clinics and animal shelters.

Cats aren't as adventurous as dogs. Some people recommend leaving the cat's food and litter box outside to encourage it back, but this will likely attract other animals, including predators. I do suggest leaving the pet's bed and blankets outside, as well as some of your recently worn clothing. The odors could be able to assist the cat in returning home.

If the cat is normally kept indoors but has escaped, it will most likely be terrified. Because cats are nocturnal, check the security camera around 3 a.m. to see whether they've returned. Check with your neighbors to see if the cat has taken up residence in their garage, shed, or home.

It's possible that your pet was abducted by a predator. Coyotes, as well as other wildlife like hawks and bobcats, live alongside us in both the city and the country.

Notify the microchip company, animal shelters, and law enforcement if the video shows that someone took your pet. You have a legal claim to your pet if it is chipped, but you must first file a police report. Theft of a pet is a property offense since pets are considered property.

Someone who "purchased" or "discovered" the pet is not obligated to return it to the veterinarian, and they are also not allowed to retain it lawfully. To verify it's yours, you'll need a police report. The clinic will only give information to the police after that, not to you.

Taking precautions can help prevent a pet's disappearance.

It's a good idea to teach a cat not to be a door darter. Another is not leaving pets unattended in yards.

If you have service persons coming to your house, such as gardeners, pest control, or utility readers, give them instructions to call you before they come so you can keep your pets indoors.

If your cat prefers the outdoors, bring it inside with high cat trees and toys that will retain their attention, or create a catio to keep them contained.

We all know that accidents happen: doors get left open, or a criminal may break in and leave a door open, allowing a pet to escape. The easiest approach to get your pet back is to act quickly by contacting neighbors and checking security cameras, in addition to having them chipped in the first place.

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