Lost Your Pup in Amarillo? These Steps Could Save the Day

It's every dog owner's worst nightmare. Somehow, your hairy Houdini finds a way to escape the house or the yard. You frantically search, but can't find them anywhere.

It can happen to anyone. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to give yourself the best chance at being reunited with your four-legged best friend.

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Be ready before disaster strikes

The first thing to do is make sure you're prepared just in case this ever happens. You probably don't have to be told, but make sure you have a photo of your dog. It's good to have a clear picture on your phone just in case you need it. You probably already have several.

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Another thing you can do to prepare for the possibility of your dog going missing is get a microchip. It's a simple procedure, and there are microchipping events held somewhat frequently in Amarillo.

Microchips will have all of your pet's information on them. That information can be accessed if your dog is found and then used to contact you.

Report your pet on the city's website

If your dog has gone missing, there is a website you can use to report it. This website features a map and allows you to upload photos and give information. The City provides it to be used not only to report missing animals, but also to report found ones.

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This is a great resource to use, and if you have a dog, I recommend bookmarking it so you have quick access to it. You can search for matches with your dog with reports from shelters and even reports from the community.

If there are no matches, you can share the listing on social media. There's nothing like getting the word out on the Internet. It can really help increase the chances of your dog being found.

These steps can greatly help your dog's chances of being found.