Category Archives: Lost Dog Scams

Why We Do Not Endorse Lost Dog Tracking Devices and Tags

Posted on May 2, 2015 by

Thanks to the power of social media and the loyalty of our fans,   Lost Dogs of Wisconsin and the sister organizations of  Lost Dogs of America have developed a very large Facebook following and audience (over 200,000 Facebook fans).   … Continue reading →

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Beware of Scammers!

Posted on June 19, 2013 by

Even though most people are good-hearted and honest, there is the possibility that you will be contacted by dishonest reward-seekers and scammers when your dog is missing. Just last week, an owner of a lost dog emailed Lost Dogs Illinois … Continue reading →

Posted in Friendly Lost Dog Strategies, Lost Dog Scams, Shy Lost Dog Strategies

We Don’t Recommend Offering a Reward for Your Missing Dog

Posted on April 15, 2013 by

Are rewards a good idea? Many lost dog articles in print and on the internet recommend offering a reward to increase the chance of getting your dog back. We don’t agree. We have based our opinion on thousands of successful … Continue reading →

Posted in Lost Dog Scams, Rewards