Tag Archives: shy dogs

Bennie’s Story

Posted on July 9, 2017 by lostdogsofwisconsin

(as told by Bennie’s owners) We live in the Shawnee Nat’l Forest in southern Illinois, about 15 miles from a college town where animals are sometimes abandoned at the end of semester. Bennie appeared at the end of spring semester, … Continue reading →

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Did Your Dog Get Scared By Fireworks? Don’t Panic!

Posted on July 2, 2017 by lostdogsofwisconsin

If your dog went missing from the fireworks last night – don’t panic. Immediately put out your dog’s favorite blanket, some food and water, and something that smells like you (a dirty sock or pillowcase). Then file a report with … Continue reading →

Posted in Fireworks, Lost Dog Behavior Tips, Photo Tips, Recovery Tips, Shy Lost Dog Strategies | Tagged fireworks, July 4th, loud noises, shy dogs, stressful situations | Comments Off

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 →

Posted in Friendly Lost Dog Strategies, Generating Sightings, Shy Lost Dog Strategies | Tagged elusive dog, Flyer, lost dog, lost dog behavior, Lost Dogs of Wisconsin, recovery strategies, search strategies, shy dogs | Comments Off

When NOT to Use a Tracking Dog to Find a Lost Dog

Posted on February 1, 2015 by lostdogsofwisconsin

The idea of using a tracking dog to find a lost dog is very compelling, but most people who pursue this option do not have a good understanding of how a tracking (or trailing) dog works. In some cases a … Continue reading →