Help! My Dog Got Lost in the Woods
There are so many fun times to be had out in nature with your four-legged friend. A lot of dogs love to explore the woods as there are a lot of fun sights, sounds, and sceneries. If your dog has a mind of their own and a huge wanderlust personality, they may venture away from the trail and become “lost”. This will leave you wondering how you find a lost dog in the woods, which may seem like miles and miles of land. We are here to help.
The first thing that we recommend is letting as many people as possible know about your lost dog. This way, you will have more people on the lookout for your dog. With today’s technology, you can use social media to your advantage to post about the lost dog. You can also post missing pet flyers in strategic locations. Have your friends and family help so that you can get the word out as soon as possible.
After you have done your part to ensure that the word is out about your lost pet, it is time to get even more serious about the search. Get a piece of clothing with your scent and leave it in the area where your dog was last seen. The more that you have worn this item of clothing, the better. Check back every day and see if your pet has made their way back to the spot. Remember that dogs have an amazing sense of smell and can use it to their advantage!
Additionally, safe, and harm-free traps would be helpful in capturing a lost dog in the woods. You may see about borrowing a trap from a nearby shelter or animal rescue center. Set it up in the location where your pet was last seen. You may even consider hiring a pet detective to track your dog’s whereabouts if the situation seems desperate. Bloodhounds are trained to follow the scent of and locate a missing dog.
Do you see your dog in the woods? Stay calm! Don’t try and move towards them, but rather wait for them to come to you. We understand that you will be excited to see your fur baby, but the last thing you want to do is scare them away. Sit on the ground with food or their favorite toy and wait for them to register the scents of home.
It is a sad situation when a dog is out in the world. We care about our dogs and want the best for them. We understand that it is easier said than done but try to remain positive and continue working to get your dog back in your arms again!
