If you have found a Lost Pet:
If you have found a Dog:
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Check for Identification:
- If the dog has a collar and ID tag, try contacting the keeper using the information provided.
- If there is no ID tag, proceed to step 2.
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Contact Local Authorities:
- It is crucial to contact the local authority dog warden immediately.
- Arrange for them to collect the dog, as it is a legal requirement to report found stray dogs.
- This ensures that the dog can be scanned for a microchip, increasing the chances of reuniting it with its keeper.
If you have found a cat:
- Check with Neighbours:
- Ask your neighbours if there is a cat missing in the area.
- Sometimes, cats believed to be strays belong to someone local.
- Contact Animal Welfare Organizations:
- Call your local Cats Protection or RSPCA to report the found cat.
- Request assistance for someone to come and collect the cat.
- If the cat is injured, they may ask you to take it to the nearest vet.
General Advice:
- If you have found a lost pet, take it to your local vet, charity, or dog warden.
- They will contact us directly to obtain the keeper's details and help reunite the pet with its owner.
By following these steps, you can ensure that lost pets are cared for and have the best chance of being reunited with their keepers.