Tag Archives: Lost Dogs of Wisconsin

Lost Dog, Libby, is Home Because of a Newspaper Ad

Posted on April 9, 2017 by lostdogsofwisconsin

One of the most overlooked ways to get the word out about your missing dog is placing an ad in your local newspaper or shopper. Libby, the Australian Cattle Dog from Kenosha, Wisconsin was found because her owners placed a … Continue reading →

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Is This a Match? Are Both Photos of the Same Dog? Yes!

Posted on March 16, 2017 by lostdogsofwisconsin

When trying to match lost and found pets, be aware of potential problems when comparing photos. Lighting conditions, exposure, subject position, camera angles, the age of photos (of lost pets), the pet’s condition, the position of eyes or ears, etc. … Continue reading →

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Check Nearby Farms for Your Missing Dog

Posted on August 4, 2016 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Scared lost dogs will often gravitate to a farm where there is a reliable food source like outdoor cat food or spilled grain. Farms provide a multitude of hiding places. Lost dogs will hide in sheds, old barns or under … Continue reading →

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Making Large Neon Signs for Your Missing Dog is Cheap and Easy. Here’s How:

Posted on June 14, 2016 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Check out your local dollar store for inexpensive supplies to make brightly colored signs for your missing dog. Remember that not everyone has a computer, a smart phone or the internet. Big, neon-colored signs will grab their attention and alert … Continue reading →

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AB487/SB450 Signed Into Law, Reducing Wisconsin’s Stray Hold From Seven Days to Four Days

Posted on March 11, 2016 by lostdogsofwisconsin

On March 1, 2016, Governor Walker signed AB487/SB450 into law. It is now called Act 233 and you can read the entire text of the law by clicking on this link. This bill was drafted with help from  the Wisconsin … Continue reading →

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Trubble, Missing For Three Months, is Safely Captured!

Posted on October 20, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

After nearly THREE MONTHS on her own, fending for herself, Trubble is home! Trubble went missing on July 27th, 2015 from the owner’s friends house while being dog sat. She was seen for a week-ish at Fernau’s Greenhouse grounds (lots … Continue reading →

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Boiko’s Story

Posted on September 29, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Reunited ~ after 14 months on his own! Reunited ~ after 14 months on his own! Boiko the Chocolate Labrador Retriever from #Porterfield in Marinette County. Boiko went missing on July 23, 2014 (over a year ago). Owner (Jeremy) was … Continue reading →

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Randall’s Story

Posted on September 4, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

This is Randall’s story – as told by Randall’s owners. Randall ran away from my brother’s home when my brother was petsitting. We were on our way to a wedding, and Randall just ran off. That night, Randall ran several … Continue reading →

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Why We Do Not Endorse Lost Dog Tracking Devices and Tags

Posted on May 2, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

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 300,000 Facebook fans).   … Continue reading →

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Use Facebook to Help Increase Your Shelter’s Return to Owner Rate

Posted on March 22, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

Many animal shelters in America have contracts with local municipalities to hold “stray” dogs for the state-mandated stray hold to give owners an opportunity to reclaim their lost dog. This period of time varies from state to state. A shelter typically has … Continue reading →

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