Sadie’s lost dog search and rescue

05/06/2026

UPDATE: 💛🐾 Just to reassure everyone — this is only temporary.. Sadie’s is not going anywhere, and we hope to be back helping families again very soon.

Thank you all for the kindness, patience, and love you continue to show us. Our Sadie’s family mean more to us than words can say. 💛

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Due to a personal/family emergency, Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & rescue will be taking a moment to focus on family right now.

Our hearts remain with you all , every family and pet in need, and we appreciate your understanding, patience, and continued support while we navigate this difficult time.

We look forward to being back as soon as we are able

Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & Rescue ♥️

04/07/2026

✨ Angels in the Dark ✨
A song beautifully written about the ones who are dedicated to Rescue in every way… click below to listen♥️🐾♥️

Heroes don’t just wear capes and uniforms .. Some walk quietly through neighborhoods long after the world has gone to sleep, and following the smallest signs most people would never notice.

This is what search and rescue really looks like.

It’s sitting in the dark for hours, waiting patiently because trust cannot be rushed. It’s showing up night after night, even when you’re exhausted, even when the outcome is uncertain, because somewhere out there… a dog is still trying to survive and find their way back home.

It’s also something many people don’t see.

Working in the heat, the cold, the rain—and sometimes even the snow. We work through long days that turn into longer nights, missing dinners, losing sleep, and putting everything else on hold… because bringing someone’s family member home matters that much.

And through it all, we feel it too.

We carry the worry, the heartbreak, and the “what ifs” right alongside the families. We walk this journey with them, doing the best we can with every decision, every step, every moment… because these dogs are not “just dogs.” They are loved. They are missed. They are family.

Behind so many reunions are the trappers—the ones who quietly build the entire foundation of the search. They are the ones setting the cameras, establishing feeding stations, placing traps with care and strategy, and guiding each step of the process to bring these dogs home safely. Their work is patient, intentional, and often unseen—but it is what makes these reunions possible.

It’s not loud. It’s not chaotic. And it’s never about chasing.
It’s calm. It’s structured. It’s choosing patience over panic, even when your heart is racing.

Because every lost dog is scared, surviving, and relying on someone to understand them enough to bring them home the right way.

These are the moments that happen in the dark…
and the people behind them are the ones who refuse to give up.

These are the “angels in the dark.”

At Sadie’s, this is what we believe in—that patience saves lives, that structure matters, and that when we work together the right way, lost doesn’t have to mean forever.

To every family still waiting, please don’t lose hope. We are walking this with you, every step of the way. And to everyone who supports, shares, and believes in this mission—thank you for being part of something that truly changes lives.

And to every trapper out there—whether with Sadie’s or any other team—working the long nights, setting the plans, and carrying the weight that most will never see… this is for you.

💛 You are the angels in the dark.

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04/05/2026

Today is more than a holiday.
It’s a reminder…

That even after the darkest nights, light returns.
That even in loss, love never truly leaves us.
That hope—no matter how fragile—still rises.

Sadie is the reason we believe that.
Her story didn’t end… it became the reason so many others find their way home.

She is the heart behind every search,
the quiet strength behind every long night,
and the reason we never stop showing up—
for the lost, the scared, and the ones still waiting to be found.

Because Easter teaches us something we hold onto every single day…
✨ That broken moments can be rebuilt
✨ That what feels lost can still be found
✨ And that love… always finds its way back

To the families still searching—please don’t lose hope.
To the ones who have been reunited—hold them a little closer today.
And to everyone who continues to support, share, and believe in this mission—you are part of every miracle we witness.

As you gather with loved ones today, we gently ask:
🐾 Secure doors, gates, and fences
🐾 Be mindful of holiday distractions and visitors
🐾 Ensure collars, tags, and microchips are up to date

Because sometimes, the smallest moment can change everything…
and sometimes, it’s the smallest act that brings them home.

From our Sadie’s family to yours…
Happy Easter. May your day be filled with peace, love, and the kind of hope that never fades. 🤍🐾🌷

03/26/2026

💛 Miracles Still Happen… and There’s a Reason Why 🐾

Stories like this stay with you…

A dog, gone for years, finally reunited with their family.
A moment that feels like a miracle—but it didn’t happen by chance.

It happened because something was in place to bring them home.

A microchip.
A connection.
A way back.

And it’s a reminder of what we always try to teach:

✨ Microchips must be registered and kept up to date
✨ Flyers and community awareness keep your dog’s story alive
✨ And persistence—no matter how long it takes—truly matters

Reunions don’t always happen in days.
Sometimes they take weeks… months… even years.

But we have seen it time and time again—
when everything aligns, these moments are still possible.

So please… don’t give up.
Keep sharing.
Keep believing.
And make sure your dog always has a way back home.

Because miracles don’t just happen…
they’re made possible by the steps we take.

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03/26/2026

Duke’s Safe Return 🐾

Before we share Duke’s story, we want to acknowledge that this post is a bit overdue. Duke went missing on Friday the 13th, and with everything that comes with balancing life and rescue, this one took a little longer to share than it should have.

Duke went missing Friday morning around 9 AM from Holiday Heights while staying with his grandma, Pat. When she took him out for a walk, he slipped his collar and took off—quickly going into flight mode.

Fortunately, Dianne, our volunteer partner, lives just down the street. That morning, her son Matthew heard Pat outside, clearly upset, and went to see what was going on. As soon as he learned Duke was missing, he alerted Dianne and immediately began checking areas in the direction Duke was heading.. following power lines and into Holiday City South..

By the time Dianne arrived, she and her son began searching on foot while covering the nearby streets and yards. Shortly after, Duke’s dad arrived and they began covering a wider area by vehicle…. support from Pat, Joe, Phyllis, and her husband helped ensure the surrounding area was thoroughly covered.

There were a couple of early sightings—one on Prince Charles near an open field with a stream, and another just a few blocks away reported by someone in the neighborhood. The entire area was searched extensively, but as the hours passed, Duke continued to stay on the move.

Due to the vast wooded area, Mike from Precision Aerial UAV Pet Search and Rescue came out to assist with drone support. Duke was located within the wooded area, but as the owner approached, he retreated deeper into the tree line. At that point, the decision was made to pull everyone back to avoid pushing him further, allowing him the space he needed to settle.

A humane trap was then set in the area where Duke had been sighted—placed by Dianne’s son, Matthew, who continued to assist throughout the process. As night approached, Duke remained active in the vicinity. At one point, a fox entered the area, briefly interacting with him before moving on, and Duke eventually circled back toward the trapping area—but never entered the trap.

A feeding station was also established closer to where he initially escaped.

✨ It’s important to note: while traps are a valuable tool, they aren’t always what brings a dog home. Once a dog begins to settle, they will often circle back to familiar areas. In Duke’s case, the feeding station helped guide him back.

At approximately 6:02 AM on Saturday morning, Duke was seen eating at the station, and by 6:30 AM, he made his way back to the home. With a few soft barks, Pat opened the door—and Duke went right inside, settling back into his favorite chair.

💛 Another safe return made possible through patience, teamwork, and strategy.

We would like to thank the entire Holiday Heights community and everyone who kept a lookout for Duke. Thank you to Dianne and her son Matt for their dedication and assistance throughout this case, and to Mike from Precision Aerial UAV Pet Search and Rescue for his support with drone work. We are also grateful for Pat, Joe, Phyllis, and her husband for helping cover the area, and to Duke’s grandma (Pat) , and his dad (Matt)for trusting us and the process.

This is exactly why we stress:
Do not chase. Let them settle. Bring them home the safe way.

03/25/2026

💛 A Journey of Kindness… Mia is Home 🐾

When little Mia, a Yorkie from Asbury Park, went missing, her mom Daisy did everything a loving owner could do—reaching out, spreading the word, and holding onto hope.

We were contacted early on, and while we were unable to be there immediately due to prior case commitments and family obligations, support and guidance were provided along the way. Flyers were posted, the right people were notified, and with the help of Kristina and others, Mia’s story was shared far and wide so that as many eyes as possible were looking out for her.

As soon as she was able, Dianne went out to the area to continue the search efforts and assist in any way she could.

And then… everything changed. 💛

Late last night, Mia was reunited with her mom.

What we learned is something we want everyone to understand—because it happens more often than people realize.

When Mia went missing, she made her way into a busy shopping area. A kind older woman who had been shopping in the area spotted her as she was waiting for her bus back to freehold .. Seeing Mia alone and vulnerable, she asked the bus driver if she could bring her on board—and she did.

Believing Mia had no one, she gently took her in. She cared for her, bought her a collar, toys, and gave her comfort… not knowing that Mia was deeply loved and desperately being searched for.

This wasn’t theft.
This wasn’t harm.
This was kindness—just without the full story.

Through a simple conversation, that woman mentioned Mia to a friend… who mentioned it to her son… and that moment of connection changed everything. He had seen the posts. He knew Mia had a family searching for her.

And because of that, the right call was made.

Daisy made the drive to Freehold last night… and finally held her baby again.

Moments like this remind us of something so important:

There are good people in this world.
People who act out of compassion.
People who step in when they believe a dog is alone.

And this is exactly why spreading the word matters.
Why flyers matter.
Why awareness matters.

Because sometimes… your dog isn’t lost in the way you think.
Sometimes, they’re being cared for by someone who simply didn’t know.

We want to extend our deepest thanks to:
💛 Daisy, for never giving up on Mia
💛 Dianne, for her time, dedication, and efforts on the ground
💛 Kristina and others, for helping share Mia’s story and getting the word out
💛 Chad of Paw Trace Aerial, for donating his time and aerial support
💛 The kind woman who kept Mia safe and cared for her
💛 And the gentleman who made the connection that ultimately brought Mia home

Mia’s story is a reminder to never lose hope… because sometimes, the outcome is something you never could have imagined.

Welcome home, Mia. 💛🐾

03/22/2026

A Message to Our Community

At Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & Rescue, we want our community to know how deeply we care about every single dog and family that reaches out to us. We truly wish we could be everywhere, for everyone, at all times.

Please remember that we are a 100% volunteer-based organization. Every member of our team donates their time while also balancing full-time jobs, families, and personal responsibilities. Many of us are actively working cases in the field, coordinating efforts behind the scenes, or assisting other families when you may not see us online.

Because of this, there may be times when we are unable to respond immediately. If you have reached out and have not yet received a reply, please know it is never because we don’t care—it simply means we are currently tied up with another case, at work, or attending to our families.

We kindly ask for your patience and understanding. We will respond as soon as we are able.

Your support, kindness, and respect mean everything to us. Negative comments or assumptions can be disheartening to a team that is giving so much of themselves to help others.

Thank you for standing with us, believing in our mission, and allowing us the grace to continue doing this important work.

With gratitude,
Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & Rescue

03/20/2026

🐾 Rescue Update: Domino – Beachwood, NJ 🐾

On March 7th, we received a call from a concerned family member about a missing dog named Domino in Beachwood. From that moment on, we began working alongside the family as they faced the uncertainty of not knowing where she was or if she was safe. The last known information was that Domino had entered a wooded area.

From the very beginning, this was more than just a search—it was a family waiting, hoping, and holding onto anything that could bring their girl home.

Search efforts began right away. Feeding stations were established as part of our initial strategy to help create a pattern and draw Domino into a consistent area.

Due to the location—specifically the wooded area being in close proximity to the parkway—additional concerns were present. With that in mind, Mike Hensley of Aerial Precision Search & Rescue responded to assist, helping to safely cover ground and monitor movement in an area where the risk level was significantly higher.

At that time, we had information that Domino may have been in a different wooded section. Unfortunately, extremely dense fog made it very difficult for the drone to operate effectively that night.

The search continued into the next day—and it became a very long, emotional day for everyone involved.

Dianne and Mike were both actively searching when a large dog suddenly ran past Dianne’s vehicle at high speed—it was Domino.

Dianne immediately alerted Mike and turned her vehicle around. Moments later, reports came in that Domino had been struck by a vehicle. Despite being hit, she ran off into the nearby woods.

In that moment, everything shifted. Domino was no longer just missing—she was injured, terrified, and running on pure survival instinct.

Even after being struck, Domino was still able to keep moving, pushing herself deeper and deeper into heavily wooded terrain. At that point, we did not know the extent of her injuries, and with every movement, the situation became more concerning. It was clear we were dealing with a critical and unpredictable scenario.

As updates came in, emotions were incredibly high. Her family, desperate to get to her and help, were trying to move quickly—wanting nothing more than to reach her, to stop her, to make sure she was okay.

These are the moments that are the hardest—where fear, urgency, and love all collide. And it’s also where trust becomes everything.

While the family stood ready, Dianne, Mike, and I worked closely together—coordinating every step, every movement, and every decision to keep the effort focused, safe, and effective. Because bringing a dog home isn’t just about speed, it’s about strategy, timing, and working as one unified team.

With the situation now critical and the terrain becoming more difficult, the decision was made to utilize the drone again. While ground work is always the foundation, in this case it became an essential tool—allowing us to track Domino’s movement from above and carefully coordinate our approach on the ground.

Every step was intentional. Every movement was planned. Because at that point, we didn’t know how injured she was, and pushing her further could have made things worse.

With guidance from above and searchers working carefully on the ground, the team was able to close the distance.

This was an all-day effort, and even as the hours grew darker, everyone continued working together—rescue and family, side by side, determined not to give up.

Domino was safely secured and finally back where she belongs—with her family.

We later received a follow-up call from Mom with an update on Domino. As of today, she has been diagnosed with a torn ACL. While that is certainly an injury that will require care, we are incredibly grateful and relieved to share that there were no internal injuries.

This was truly a team effort in every sense of the word.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to **Domino’s family—her mom Theresa, her husband, their daughter Reece, and their family—for trusting the process from the very first moment. Your strength, patience, and willingness to work alongside us made all the difference.

A very special thank you to Dianne and Mike, who worked tirelessly together throughout this case. Their dedication, coordination, and teamwork alongside the family were instrumental in bringing Domino home safely.

We also want to give an xtra special shout out to Domino’s sister Reece this little girl is a tough cookie and she was the one who was ultimately able to grab Domino ... these are the amazing bonds between families and their pets. You did amazing job kiddo.
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We also want to thank the Beachwood community for staying vigilant and calling in sightings. Your awareness and willingness to help truly makes a difference.

This situation is also a powerful example of how drone technology can be an important tool when used appropriately and as part of a coordinated plan—especially in cases involving injury, difficult terrain, and increased environmental risk.

Please continue to keep Domino in your thoughts as she begins her healing journey. ❤️🐾❤️

Welcome Home Domino ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🐾🐾🐾🐾 We are happy you’re home with your pack and wishing you a speedy recovery♥️🐾

03/20/2026

Good evening everyone ..

It’s been a busy stretch for our team, and while we’ve been out in the field helping these dogs, we’re a little behind on sharing updates. As a volunteer-based rescue, we also balance our own families and responsibilities—but we do everything we can to be there when these dogs need us most.

Each case matters, and each story deserves to be told, because it’s a reminder to never give up hope.

We’ll be sharing a few of those recent cases shortly. ♥️🐾♥️

02/28/2026

After a week of uncertainty, this is what coming home looks like.
Welcome home, sweet Pepper. 🐾💛

02/28/2026

🐾 PEPPER IS HOME SAFE 🐾

This morning at 6:00 AM, Pepper safely entered the trap and is now home where she belongs. 💛

After a week of continued efforts to locate her, her family reached out to Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & Rescue for assistance. Behind Pepper was a loving family whose only goal was bringing their girl home safely — and who placed their trust in a structured, patient approach.

Pepper, a newly adopted rescue from Brielle, was still adjusting to her new world when she became lost. Scared and overwhelmed, she remained within nearby neighborhoods and wooded trails — moving carefully between familiar food sources as she navigated her unfamiliar surroundings.

Over the course of her time loose, Pepper traveled through parts of Brandywine and surrounding neighborhoods, frequently using wooded trails and returning to consistent food sources. She was following patterns — and those patterns mattered.

When the world is quiet — with less movement, less noise, and less pressure — that is often when everything comes together.

Situations like this are a process. They take time. They require restraint. And they require allowing a dog in survival mode the space to settle and return to what feels familiar.

We advised establishing a consistent feeding location to help Pepper settle into a predictable area, allowing her to feel secure enough to return regularly and ultimately be safely contained.

Pepper’s safe capture is a reminder of why we:
• Allow dogs time to settle
• Minimize unnecessary pressure
• Stay consistent and structured
• Trust the plan

Emotions run high when a dog is missing — and that comes from love. We understand that. But when pressure is reduced and the environment remains predictable, it gives these dogs the space they need to make safe decisions.

Knowing Pepper’s previous history — including being trapped once before — placement and approach mattered greatly.

Our team gathered the necessary information regarding Pepper’s movement patterns and consistent food sources. Based on that assessment, the trap was strategically placed in a location Pepper was already voluntarily returning to and accessing for food.

At Sadie’s Lost Dog Search & Rescue, we operate independently under our own established protocols and structured strategy. All placement decisions and tactical adjustments are made by our team based on direct observation, behavior assessment, and case-specific evaluation.

We do not deploy equipment or adjust placement based on outside recommendation. Every decision is guided solely by what our team determines to be the safest and most effective approach for that individual dog.

This morning, that patience and consistency made all the difference.

Pepper was safely contained — calmly and carefully — and that is always the goal. 🐾💛

A heartfelt thank you to Aimee and George Thibeault for allowing us to place the trap on your porch and for your patience and cooperation throughout this process.

Thank you to Chrissy Gaul (whom we previously assisted when her dog Cooper was lost — and who continues to be a huge supporter of Sadie’s), Nancy Ehrola, Kristen Nolan, and Rachel Cunningham for staying vigilant and reporting sightings.

To all of the surrounding neighbors in Brandywine and nearby neighborhoods who remained on constant lookout and reported sightings — your awareness and cooperation truly mattered.

A very special thank you to our good friend and volunteer , Mike Hensley, for going out late last night to set up the trap and camera and for assisting in bringing Pepper safely home.

And to Taylor Larson and Pepper’s mom, Gayeann Larson —thank you for trusting the process and allowing the strategy to work.

Welcome home, sweet Pepper. 💛🐾