08/04/2025
DO NOT CHASE OR APPROACH MUSHU!!!
Thank you to everyone that shared the post. Unfortunately Mushu did not make It. We are devastated. 💔
See updated post:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CEmAkQGiW/?mibextid=wwXIfr
🆘 PLEASE STOP CHASING HIM 🆘
There are lots of people out searching for Mushu, but we are begging you: if you see him, DO NOT CHASE, DO NOT CALL OUT, DO NOT APPROACH. Please call us immediately. We are working closely with and doing everything we can to bring him home safely — but we need him to settle in one area so we can humanely trap him (with the professionals).
Mushu is in FLIGHT MODE. That means he is in a state of panic and survival — he will run if you look at him, he will run if you speak to him, and he will run if you throw food toward him. He is not thinking clearly. He is not looking for help. He is looking for safety and quiet. When he finds a calm, undisturbed spot, we will be able to safely and humanely trap him.
We know it’s hard not to help — but the absolute best thing you can do is observe from a distance and call us the moment you see him. Following, chasing, or calling out to him only pushes him farther into danger.
Why Missing Dogs Run?!
When dogs go missing, especially shy or recently adopted dogs, many enter flight mode, which is a deep, instinctive survival response. This means they are no longer reacting like the pet you knew — they are acting purely on fear. Even dogs who are normally friendly may not recognize familiar voices or people when in this state.
Flight mode dogs do not come when called. They often view people, even their owners, as a threat. Chasing or calling to them can drive them further into traffic, woods, or areas we can’t monitor. The most effective way to bring them home is to stay calm, avoid interaction and call the trained teams working on their recovery.
Let’s give Mushu the best chance at coming home safely. Thank you all for respecting these guidelines and helping us bring him back. ❤️
if you want to help, you can print out his missing dog flyer and hang it in your neighborhood and post this on your social media. We would really appreciate it!
