QUOTE: They have 2 television stations airing stories and full page ad's have been taken out in the local papers. Flyers have been made and lots of door to door. Any other suggestions END
1. VISIT all local Animal Control, humane societies, and animal shelters, and go into surrounding areas; a dog can travel fast and far, and it has been days. Actually VISIT the animal control and humane shelters every day or two. It works well if several people can take turns visiting the shelters. Get pictures copied and hand them out to everyone involved in door-to-door and shelter checks. Check all areas of the shelter, including the hospital/sick bay. Leave a picture and contact numbers at each shelter. Find out the holding period of each animal control and humane shelter and be aware of how much time you have to claim the dog before it's euthanized. Find out where the shelter houses "overflow" and go there. Telephone calls might help, but the info about what animals are there doesn't make it to the receptionist/front desk instantly, and descriptions can vary wildly.
Ask about the rescue organizations, which often rescue from the shelters (and we're talking about a purebreed here); absolutely find out about what rescue operations work in the area and see those people.
2. Call the city, county, and state transportation departments and ask about bodies picked up from the roadways. Tags or no tags, especially with the owner hospitalized, or perhaps recovering with family or friends, calling them is the only way to be sure. Don't assume that the owner will have been notified.
3. Flyers: Post MANY LARGE and CLEAR flyers about the dog --- the more the better. NO NAME or ADDRESS -- just contact numbers. A photo is best, if possible. Large type and bright paper. REWARD, but no amount. Include date lost, place, and description, with contact numbers. Hold back on at least one ID characteristic for certain ID later, if necessary. This can also help tell you whether callers are "for real."
Post the flyers at car level on utility poles and at eye level for people on foot. Post them at all the area vets' offices and Petsmarts, grooming places, and feed stores. Post them where kids hang out. Kids are great sources of info, too, often knowing who has what dogs a lot faster than adults might.
Keep your flyers in good condition (checking and replacing).
Be aware of these warnings copied from PetRescue.com:
A Few Words Of Caution
There are dangerous people in our society who prey upon victims by using "found" pets as a ploy.
NEVER respond to a "found" pet contact alone. Take a friend or two along with you.
Arrange to meet in a public place.
NEVER invite the person to your home unless you happen to know them well.
Beware of money scams. A common one is a person calls you claiming to be a long-haul trucker. He says he picked up your pet and is out of state now. He heard about your ad, flyer, etc. and says he will return your pet if you will pay to ship it home. This person does not have your pet, he is only trying to take your money.
Don't wander around looking for your pet alone, either during the day or at night. Always bring a friend or relative. This is especially important in unfamiliar neighborhoods.
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