Acting quickly can bring your pet home faster.

STEP 1: POST IMMEDIATELY (in this order)

1. PawBoost – https://www.pawboost.com
2. Nextdoor – https://www.nextdoor.com
3. NCPetLove – https://www.ncpetlove.com
4. Facebook (search: “Lost Pets Triad NC”) – https://www.facebook.com

Include:

A clear photo

Time and date last seen

Your contact information (phone number is best)

Pet name and personality if possible

STEP 2: SEARCH RIGHT AWAY (FIRST HOUR)

• Walk nearby calmly (do not chase)
• Bring treats or a favorite toy
• Check under decks, bushes, garages, sheds
• Leave worn clothing outside (your scent helps guide them back)

STEP 3: CALL LOCAL SHELTERS

• Forsyth County Animal Shelter
  336-703-2480
  https://forsyth.cc/animal_shelter/
• Guilford County Animal Services
  336-641-3400
  https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/animal-services
• Davidson County Animal Shelter
  336-357-0805
  https://www.co.davidson.nc.us/221/Animal-Shelter

Call to leave contact information, even if they haven’t seen your pet yet.

STEP 4: MAKE FLYERS

• Large clear photo
• BIG text: LOST DOG / LOST CAT
• Phone number (easy to read)
• Post at intersections, stores, and signs
• Walk your immediate neighborhood, leaving flyers for neighbors.

STEP 5: KEEP LOOKING

• Check shelters daily
• Monitor PawBoost, Nextdoor, and Facebook
• Update your posts often

KEY TIPS

• Do not chase your pet
• Do not rely on food alone
• Search early morning and late night
• Stay calm and consistent

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Post your pet locally at:
https://ncpetlove.com
A Triad community hub helping bring pets home.