Category Archives: Friendly Lost Dog Strategies

Navigating the Maze of Stray Holding Facilities

Posted on August 15, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Your friendly dog has gone missing and there is a good chance that he has ended up in an animal control facility or stray holding facility. This article will help you understand how the system works and will help maximize … Continue reading →

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The Happy Wanderer – Part 3 of a Series

Posted on August 5, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Do you remember that old song from Girl Scout camp, the Happy Wanderer? “I love to go a-wandering, Along the mountain track, And as I go, I love to sing, My knapsack on my back.” This is often the scenario … Continue reading →

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Did Your Lost Dog Get Picked Up By a Good Samaritan? Part 2 of a Series

Posted on August 2, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

The first thing we need to do is clearly define the difference between a dog that is “picked up” and one that is stolen.  A picked up dog is one that was lost or perceived to be lost and a … Continue reading →

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Your Friendly Dog Has Gone Missing! What Now? – Part 1 of a Series

Posted on August 1, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Rollie, your  friendly dog is missing. He was in the fenced backyard sniffing around and enjoying himself while you just stepped inside for a minute to get a cup of coffee. The phone rang and you were longer than you … Continue reading →

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Risk Factors for an Opportunistic Lost Dog

Posted on July 30, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

These are the indicating factors that will predispose a dog to being an opportunistic lost dog. 1) Demeanor: A friendly, butt-wiggly type of personality. Will your dog readily go up to strangers and is everybody’s new best friend? Is your … Continue reading →

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“I Got A Sighting! Now What…?” Part 5 in a Series

Posted on July 11, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Toby is a shy Australian Shepherd mix, spooked by the July 4th fireworks from a house other than his own. He bolted and has not been seen since. He has four of the five risk factors that will make him … Continue reading →

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Google Maps – A Useful Tool for an Elusive Dog

Posted on June 3, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

You’ve lost your shy dog and you’ve done a good job delivering flyers and posting intersection signs. Now your sightings are coming in but you’re having a hard time keeping track. The sightings seem to be all over the place. … Continue reading →

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Voicemail Becomes Very Important When Your Dog is Lost

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Cindi Ashbeck

We thought we’d take a moment to tell you how important it is to change your welcome messages on your voicemail and answering machines if your pet goes missing.  Even though this is a task that many owners of lost … Continue reading →

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Creating and Placing Effective Signs

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Cindi Ashbeck

Posting signs is one of the most effective things you can do to get your lost dog back home.  But it’s important to realize that not all signs are created equally, meaning some are more effective than others.  If you … Continue reading →

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Unlikely behavior?

Posted on March 9, 2012 by lostdogsofwisconsin

This normally surprises people, but it’s true:  if your dog is lost, your pet will probably run from you when he or she sees you.  Yes, you read that correctly.  If lost, your dog, even one that has always been … Continue reading →

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