Allow Your Lost Dog to Have a Hiding Spot

Dogs lost from stressful situations like loud noises, car accidents or fireworks usually bolt and then hide. They may remain in hiding for several hours or several days. This is okay. Dogs are safe in their hiding spots. They are safe from being hit by cars or from running and getting overheated. They are safe from drowning or being hit by a train.

Let your lost dog have his hiding spot! Let him rest and he will come out when he is hungry or thirsty. Lure him back with scent items, smelly food and a bowl of fresh water. He will probably wait until darkness to venture out. Never chase, call, whistle to, follow or pressure a lost dog!

Instead of “searching” for him, use the time to deliver flyers door to door so that if somebody does see him they know who to call and that they shouldn’t chase him.

For more articles on how to catch a shy lost dog click here. To file a report with us go to www.petfbi.org. One of our volunteers will post your flyer to our Facebook page and a volunteer caseworker will be assigned to provide you advice and support.