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Category Archives: Shy Lost Dog Strategies
Oh Where, Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone?
When we talk to owners of missing dogs we often hear “I have looked EVERYPLACE”. It may seem like it, but the truth is no you haven’t. Dogs, big and small, can go into survival mode and run from people … Continue reading
Posted in Shy Lost Dog Strategies
Tagged survival mode
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Psychics, Animal Communicators and Dousers
There is no scientific evidence to support the claim that psychics can find lost dogs. In fact, many people (including us) believe that psychics are simply taking advantage of pet owners who are desperate to find their lost animals. Continue reading
Posted in Lost Dog Scams, Shy Lost Dog Strategies
Tagged animal communicators, dousers, psychics, scams
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Check Your Trail Camera Photos Carefully!
We received the following message today from Karen L, the woman who helped capture Ocatavia, a missing border collie who had been on the run for several months. If you are unfamiliar with Octavia’s Story listen to it on Let’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Trail Cameras
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Allow Your Lost Dog to Have a Hiding Spot
Dogs lost from fireworks usually bolt and then hide. They may remain in hiding for several hours or several days. This is okay. Dogs are safe in their hiding spots. They are safe from being hit by cars or from … Continue reading
Posted in Fireworks, Shy Lost Dog Strategies
Tagged fireworks, flyers
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Tips for Newly Adopted Dogs or Foster Dogs Who Get Lost From Their New Home
More and more people are choosing to adopt their new best friend from a rescue or shelter. This is a wonderful thing! Many dogs, through no fault of their own, need a new home. Unfortunately though, many people are unprepared … Continue reading
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Use This Flyer When Your Lost Dog is Staying Reliably in One Area But is Difficult to Trap
Is your missing dog staying in one area but reluctant to enter a humane trap? “Helpful” neighbors may be overfeeding your dog and undermining your efforts to successfully catch him. Lost dogs in survival mode need to be hungry enough … Continue reading
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Tagged feeding station, flyers, Humane Trapping, shy dog
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