Lost dog guides for Canada

Dogs travel. How far depends far more on temperament than on breed or size, and a frightened dog in flight mode will run from the people it knows — including you.

These guides cover building a sighting map, why you must never chase or call, and how a feeding station brings a travelling dog back into one predictable place.

6 guides

  • Guide

    You think your pet was stolen

    A different process entirely: police report, case number, registry flags. Never meet a caller alone.

    3 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/pet-may-be-stolen/

  • Guide

    Your pet was lost in an emergency

    Injured and badly frightened. They hide within sight of the incident, and vet clinics see them first.

    3 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/pet-lost-in-emergency/

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    Your dog took off on the trail

    The chase ends long before the dog knows where it is. They often circle back to the trailhead.

    3 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/dog-lost-on-trail/

  • Guide

    Your dog bolted in panic

    In flight mode a dog can cover many kilometres and will run from you. Do not chase.

    4 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/dog-bolted-in-panic/

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    Your dog slipped out the door or gate

    Curious, not frightened. Stays fairly close, and is very likely to be picked up by someone.

    3 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/dog-slipped-out/

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    How to Find a Lost Dog

    Temperament decides how far they run. Never chase, and never call a panicked dog.

    8 min read · petsearchcanada.com/guides/lost-dog/

If your pet is missing right now

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