Losing a pet is a terrible thing, one of those things we can definitely do without. Below are some pointers that might help preempt pets from going missing, and tips to locate a pet that has gone missing.
Be careful in high-risk situations. “Many cats are lost while transporting them carelessly while shifting homes or going to the veterinary doctor”, says Devika Khazvini, founder, Cattitude Trust. She recommends a secure pet carrier - one with ample breathing space and a latch that prevents them from escaping. “Never open the carrier to stroke your pet while in the car/auto or waiting room of the clinic. Only release the animal when safely inside, after making sure that all doors and windows are secured. Don’t assume that because your pet is docile at home, it will not panic at the clinic”.
Dogs can wear two collars- one attached to the leash and another underneath with your name, address and contact number attached to it as a tag. So, if the dog extricates itself from the outer collar, the permanent collar with contact info remains around its neck. Says Nithya Pari, founder of The Animal Guardian Society (TAGS) - “No time should be wasted after the pet is lost. Alert friends and families in the neighborhood and provide them a number to call if they spot your pet. If you know the exact road where your pet went missing, alert every house and shop in that street. The sooner you inform, higher the chances of finding the pet as a new animal will be noticed by people there”.
Take printouts with pictures (recent color photos) of your pet that say “Pet dog/cat missing” along with “Reward” in large fonts. “Paste these all over the street where it went missing and give a copy to every house and shop in the locality” adds Nithya.
She suggests forming a group of ten and creating a search plan with a map of the area (from Google maps) to increase efficiency and avoid duplication. Facebook, Twitter, ads in neighborhood newspapers, posters in pet food stores and vet clinics will help. “Inform animal shelters to let you know if they pick up an animal that matches your pet’s description”, says Nithya. Missing cats sometimes find their way back to the old house if they escape during shifting, so keep an eye out for them there.
Definitely some words to live by. Taking all the precautions necessary to keep your pet from running off or getting lost is crucial to your well being and especially your pets. It doesn't take but a second to get complacent and their gone. Always be mindful of the situation you and your pets are in and you can avoid that dreaded day when they are lost.
Source: TheHindu.com
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Pet Expert Reveals What To Do To Find A Lost Pet And More Importantly How Not To Lose Them
March 22, 2011 at 19:41 PM EDT
