HOWL - combatting dog theft

15/04/2025

Dog found in Stratford upon Avon. Do you know anyone who’s missing her?

Has anyone lost a dog by any chance? If she’s not claimed in half an hour, she will be given a collar number and a uniform… we have taken to calling this lovely girl Pickle… we’re currently en route to the vets to get her scanned. Wish us luck!



^2295

13/04/2025

Despite being banned over 200 years ago, dog fighting is described as “rife” and could be happening in a “warehouse or garage near you”.

This article is a harrowing read but it explains the reality of dogs given away for free.

It can also be the reason behind dog theft.

Please be aware of the risk of dog theft. It doesn’t matter whether your dog is young, old, neutered/spayed or entire.

https://www.facebook.com/share/1AS6yjGAVo/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Click through to our tips page, but also download and use HOWL during every walk.

Trusting owners think their pets are going to a good home but the truth is horrifying

28/02/2025

A friend just posted this screenshot.

This is exactly the scenario we created HOWL for.

Please download and use HOWL every walk. It’s free to download and use.

Tap three times in HOWL to:
📣 Sound a siren from your phone
📸 Record video evidence
🔔 Send a notification to your emergency contact
📍Shows your contact where you are

Also visit our website for tips on working to reduce your risk of dog theft.

25/02/2025

Are you, or do you know of someone, missing two cockatoos? They may have been lost or stolen, and although they’ve been found in East Anglia, they could originate from anywhere.

The state of these two is heartbreaking. We can only imaging what they’ve endured 💔

The RSPCA is appealing for help to find the owner of two cockapoos who were found wandering on their own.

If you recognise them, get in touch with the RSPCA.

https://www.itv.com/news/anglia/2025-02-25/appeal-to-find-owner-of-cockapoos-found-wandering-alone

13/02/2025

Always remember two things on every dog walk - HOWL and poo bags 🐾🐾

Trevor says he was set upon by two council officers who ‘sprung up out of no-where’

12/02/2025

Please PLEASE put your dog back on the lead when near cliffs. Dogs aren’t able to see hazards the way we do.

It’s our job to keep them safe.

The dog was found approximately 15ft down on a "precarious ledge that was crumbling". Read more: https://bbc.in/4jNuKRZ

10/02/2025

What has this dog endured in those 7 years? We’re glad she’s finally been reunited with her family, but we stand by our mantra that Prevention Is Better Than Found.

Don’t leave your dogs unattended, folks, even if they’re in your own garden.

20/11/2024

All four dogs reunited, but described as “traumatised”.

This is why we believe that Prevention Is Better Than Found.

Those dogs went through an awful, preventable, experience.

Please, PLEASE visit our website to learn more about dog theft prevention.

Tina Kazmi feared the worst when her five dogs and partner's bronze Land Rover were stolen.

11/11/2024

Please, if you or someone you know is missing a dog, contact Shipston Vets.

Please don’t dismiss this by saying “It can’t be mine as s/he is microchipped”. Your dog *was* microchipped when living with you, but unspeakable things can happen and the chip may no longer be present or working.

All it will take is one phone call and you’ll either be reunited with your beloved dog, or you can discount this one from your search.

31/10/2024

Happy HOWL-o-ween to you all 🎃

Please spread the word about HOWL, our FREE app to combat dog theft and, if you haven’t already, please download it and use it on every dog walk.

Click through to our website to get the app, and to learn about some easy safety tips for helping reduce the risk of dog theft.

22/08/2024

📣 Have you downloaded HOWL yet? 📣

If not, do it now❗️And use it every time you go for a dog walk.

This is a true story posted in our local FB group this evening. Dog thieves don’t care whether you’re Vinnie Jones or Mrs Pepperpot; if they want your dog they’ll take their chances.

HOWL is intended to combat dog theft. It’s FREE and it’s designed to be everything a would-be dog thief hates.

The tips page on our website gives you lots of additional advice on staying safe.l in various situations.

Download HOWL now❗️And use it every time you walk.

It’s FREE to download and FREE to use 💰