06/03/2026
πΎ Tuesday Tip from CT Dog Gone Recovery πΎ
π¨ FIRST THINGS TO DO IF YOUR DOG GOES MISSING π¨
Losing a dog is every pet ownerβs nightmare, but the actions you take in the first few hours can make a huge difference.
β
Stay calm and act quickly.
Here are some important first steps:
π Contact Animal Control in your town and surrounding towns.
π Do a quick search of the area and alert neighbors.
πͺ If your dog escaped from home and you have a fenced yard, leave the gate open so they can return.
β‘ Turn off any electric fence so your dog can safely come back.
ποΈ Place your dogβs bed, food, and water outside near where they went missing.
π Complete a lost dog form at CTDGRV.org.
π± Post on Neighbors by Ring, Nextdoor, and local community groups.
π’ Share your lost dog flyer on social media.
πΎ Contact your microchip company immediately if your dog is chipped.
π Get large posters up in the area where your dog was lost.
β οΈ Most Important Tip: If you see your dog, DO NOT call out to them. Many lost dogs are in survival mode and may run if approached. Instead:
β’ Stay calm
β’ Avoid direct eye contact
β’ Get low to the ground
β’ Use food, a favorite toy, or another familiar dog to encourage them to come closer
Remember: Every lost dog situation is different, and CT Dog Gone Recovery is here to help guide owners through the process.
π Act Fast. Stay Calm. Stay Hopeful. π
For assistance and resources:
π CTDGRV.org