Kane
Lost! Chicago (8800 S. Clyde) Kane – 3 1/2 y/o, 75 lbs, male German Shepherd. Please call 312-617-9397, 312-860-0061 or email Meddacheese02@yahoo.com if seen or found. Brown/black; wearing black leather collar. Kane is shy/timid. Will run if chased or called. Call w/sightings immediately. Kane requires a special diet. Missing 10/20/11
Havoc
LOST!! Chicago (82 Pulaski), Havoc, male Pit Bull, 6 Months, Please contact: 773-349-1728 or lilmsprettyinpink@yahoo.com. Havoc is very friendly, brown w/white paws & stomach & chipped. Went missing 10/20 (Cook County)
Yamaha
STATUS UNKNOWN: Missing! Sterling (Ave G), Yamaha, Rottweiler/lab mix, neutered male, black/light brown, microchipped, friendly, jumped over backyard fence on 9/13/11, contact 815-718-3781 or bears_gurl1@hotmail.com, 3yrs., 110 lbs
Holly
Lost! Machesney Park (Hwy 173 & Mitchell Rd) Holly – 6 mo., female, blk/wht Boston Terrier. Please call 815-742-6550 or email ladyb95@gmail.com if found or seen. Holly is friendly. Wearing collar w/tags. Missing 10/22/11
Lady
Lost! North of Peoria (Centerville & Hicks Hollow) Lady – 3 yo, 12 lbs, spayed female min pin/chi mix. Please call 309-472-8035, 309-648-8158 or email michelle.neese12@gmail.com if seen or found. Lady is shy/timid, brown/red & microchipped. Has been missing since 6/12/2010. Last seen the same day she went missing running on Ivy Lake Road towards Mossville.
Author Archives: Susan
-Please Read Our Open Letter
Share–We would encourage you to email, mail, or drop off a copy at your local animal control/stray holding facility or shelter. Thank you so much for your help! You, our fans, are the ones who help us to make small … Continue reading
Lost AND found: Microchips
Share–One of the best stories I was witness to was because of a mircochip. When I was working at my county animal control – a stray Golden Retriever came in. We scanned the dog, as was protocol, and found that … Continue reading
Microchip Clinic
ShareMICROCHIP DAY Marion County Animal Control Microchip Day, Friday, 05/04/12 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm while supplies last. We have lowered our fee to $15.00 per animal including registration for this event. Marion County Animal Control 1316 1/2 Van Buren … Continue reading
How To Approach Your Dog When He/She Is Lost..
ShareEven though your dog, Snickers, has only been missing for three days, you are worried you’ll never see her again. You promise yourself you’ll never get another dog because, obviously, you can’t be trusted. You are wondering why, WHY DID … Continue reading
Five Things To Do If You Have Lost Your Dog
ShareWe have found if you do these five things right away, the chances of finding your dog increases greatly.
It is National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
ShareA big shout out to LDI Volunteers! LDI volunteers are small in numbers but strong in commitment. They keep LDI’s page running smoothly, answer questions, monitors Craigs list, follow up, share in the joy and sadness on this page and … Continue reading
If you don’t know much about resiliency, you need to hear Blackie’s story…
ShareBlackie was adopted by a loving family only days before he escaped from his new home in Gurnee, WI on October 1st, 2011. A while later, a family saw Blackie visiting their neighbor’s yard. And, then, the family members saw … Continue reading
You’re Awesome!
ShareHey, Illinois! We just wanted to take a moment to tell you how awesome all of you are! You are the individuals who are successfully reuniting dogs with their owners throughout this state, after all! And we offer each and … Continue reading
Bossy is home!
ShareI just wanted to take a minute to say thank you to everyone involved with getting our dog, Bossy, back home. Rose, Jeremy, Joey, and I remain grateful for everything everyone did to reunite Bossy with us after he was … Continue reading
Tip: We’re sorry- but the number you have reached…
ShareDon’t let this be what someone hears after dialing the phone number on your missing pet’s id tags. Many of us have opted out of land lines and rely on our cell phones. Make sure your dog’s tags as well … Continue reading
Five Things to Do To Find Your Lost Dog
ShareOne of the things that we have learned is that the sooner that we can reach people with these five tips – the better chance there is of recovering their dog quickly and safely.
Flyers
ShareStatistics show 90% of lost dogs who are found are found because someone saw a flyer. Recruit an army of people to help you pass out flyers. Go door to door and talk to everyone you see; UPS driver, postal … Continue reading
New Years Eve
ShareHaving friends and family over? Including your 4 legged friend is great, but if your pet is not one who goes with the flow, be sure to provide them with a nice quiet place away from the crowds to relax … Continue reading
TIP – Hunters Can Help…
ShareIf your dog has gone missing in a rural area, make an effort to alert hunter’s in the area that your dog is missing. Hunter’s are out in the pre-dawn hours when lost dogs may be active. Put flyers on … Continue reading
TIP: Happy Howl-o-ween!
Share Whether your dog loves kids or goes into a barking frenzy when they hear “Trick or Treat”, it is a good idea to keep a barrier between the little ghosts and princesses and your pet. Some of the kids … Continue reading
4000 Facebook Fans and Growing!
ShareWonderful news everyone! Lost Dogs Illinois has just broke the 4,000 fans mark!! Lost Dogs Illinois would like to thank all of our fans for joining us. We couldn’t do what we do without you. For every page that you … Continue reading
Run away, not my dog because……
Share“I never have to use a leash, because she stays right at my side.” “He always comes when called.” “He never chases after squirrels.” (or birds or deer, etc) “She could never squeeze through that small hole in the fence.” … Continue reading
Tip – Don’t put all your eggs in one basket!
ShareSocial media is a great way to get the message out about your lost dog but it is only part of the equation. Hitting the ground and getting out to spread the word to the community is vital: Going door … Continue reading
TIP – Get the Message Out about your Lost Dog Quickly
ShareLost dog searchers need to tackle the job of putting up flyers and posters as quickly as possible when a dog goes missing. The more people that are aware you are looking for your lost pet, the better the chances … Continue reading
TIP – Fall is in the air
ShareThe leaves are changing and the fields are being harvested. If you have a missing pet this is a good time to reenergize the search. Wandering dogs who may have been hiding out in areas of heavy ground cover, or … Continue reading
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
ShareEvery set of ears and eyes out there help us help get lost dogs home. Special Thanks to local shelters and rescue organizations who continually re-post lost and found dogs on their pages, help us with matching, report sightings and ”like” our … Continue reading
TIP – Tempt the Tummy
Share One of the most important things you can do to keep a lost dog in an area is to put out food. No bowl required. Stock up at the grocery store on the little pull top plastic containers of … Continue reading
Tip – Keep It Current
ShareIf your dog has been lost for awhile-stay positive and stay active. Keep your Craig’s list posting current. Update your intersection signs and posters with “Still Missing-Still Searching”. Replace any signs or posters that have faded or look shabby. These … Continue reading
Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association
ShareThank you ISVMA for letting your readers know about Lost Dogs Illinois in your Spring Newletter, getting the word out and helping reunite lost dogs with their families… read newsletter
TIP – Signs
ShareIntersection signs are not only for intersections. Post a sign in your front yard or where your dog escaped. Ask dog owners in your neighborhood & surrounding neighborhoods to posts signs. Ask businesses to post signs. Ask and Post! Get … Continue reading
Travel Safe this Labor Day Weekend
ShareIf you are taking your pet on along on your upcoming Labor Day travels. please make sure you have temporary identification on your dog. Write the address and phone number of where you are staying, as well as your cell … Continue reading
Another Happy Home at Last!
ShareThis was a dog found by a Good Sam… “I made flyers of this lost dog who is called ‘Wrinkles’ and my husband started posting them in Pet Supply Stores within a 2 miles radius and saw that there was … Continue reading
TIP – Don’t lose hope
ShareDogs are survivors. There is a good chance your lost dog is out there somewhere. He might be hiding or simply wandering. He could have been taken in by an individual or rescue/shelter organization. Keep getting the word out, and … Continue reading
TIP – Raining Dogs and Cats!
ShareThink lost not stray(TM) .. next time you see a dog or cat wandering the street or neighborhood, keep this in mind. Dogs and cats don’t fall from the sky- they came from backyards, houses and families. Someone is missing … Continue reading
BassetFest 2011
Share This year, Basset Buddies Rescue, Inc., an all-volunteer 501 (c) (3) non-profit dedicated to the re-homing and rescue of Basset Hounds will be Rockin’ at the 11th Annual BassetFest! Saturday, August 27 ~ 10:00am – 8:00pm Sunday, August 28 ~ … Continue reading
Lost or Stolen?
ShareThis morning, August 18, Good Morning America ran a segment that led with the headline that there has been a 49% increase in the dog thefts. This was a very misleading story – the headline sensationalized “research” that the AKC … Continue reading
TIP – Martingale Collar
Share Use a martingale collar to prevent your dog from slipping out of his/her collar. For added security (shy/timid dogs), use the martingale with a front ring harness. You can also use carabineer, coupler or two leashes if the harness … Continue reading
Webinar: The Calgary Model for Success
ShareSuccessful Return to Owner programs at animal shelters save lives. Bill Bruce who runs Animal Services in Calgary is giving a free webinar today & tomorrow through Petsmart Charities. He will explain how they are saving the lives of over … Continue reading
Tasty Tip – Keeping the dog in the area
ShareOne of the most important things you can do to keep a lost dog esp. a shy dog in an area is to put out food. This is very simple. No bowl required. Stock up at the grocery store on the little … Continue reading
Magnet Dog
ShareUsing a friendly (wiggly & gives off play signals to other dogs) dog to help lure a shy lost dog is a great technique. But like anything – there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. Here’s … Continue reading
Chips Chips Chips
Share At your dog’s annual checkup, have the microchip scanned to make sure it is working properly & chip is ENROLLED w/your information. If you have moved, make sure to update contact information w/the microchip company.
