How Do I Protect My Dog from Dog Theft?

Losing your dog due to death is nothing short of terrible, but at least you know what happened. When your pet is stolen there are so many emotions experienced, it’s overwhelming. Not only will you grieve the loss of your pet, but you will probably deal with the loss of your security as well. After all, someone has invaded your person space to “dognap” your precious pup. Below you will find some tips to help keep your dog safe and to help recover your dog should the worst happen.

Never leave your dog unattended:
We all assume that our yards and vehicles are safe places for our pets. While most of the time leaving your dog alone in these places is harmless, these are the perfect places for someone to take your dog. Leaving your dog alone for a few minutes is more than enough time for someone to snatch them and disappear without a trace.

Make sure if your dog is outside in the yard, you check on them regularly, if you can’t stay with them while they play. Never leave your dog in the yard if you, or someone that is responsible, isn’t home to keep an eye on them.

If the weather is safe and you can easily leave the windows open to a safe level, leaving your dog in a locked vehicle for a very short time should be okay. It’s extremely important that you avoid leaving your dog in a hot vehicle, your dog could easily overheat and pass-away.

Don’t sell puppies online or in the newspaper:
Something as harmless as selling puppies could endangering your dogs. Oftentimes, when you are selling puppies you invite complete strangers into your home to be able to watch them interact with the puppy, and to allow them to choose their puppy. Doing this will not only allow them to see your personal possessions, but will also allow them intimate knowledge of your dogs. While it may not always be the fastest way to sell your puppies, you should always use word-of-mouth through friends, family, and co-workers to spread awareness that you have puppies for sale.

Recovering a lost dog:
Knowing some tools to help you recover your dog if it’s taken is equally as important as keeping them safe. You should always have an updated photo of your dog on hand. If your dog goes missing, you will want to post flyers with your contact information, a photo of your dog, and some identifying facts about your dog in local store windows. You also will need to provide the same information to your local pet shelters in case they recover your dog.

Another great tool that can aid you in recovering your lost dog, is having your dog microchipped. Companies like Homeagain.com manufacture tiny microchips that you can have implanted under your dog’s skin by its veterinarian. Once the microchip is activated veterinarians and animal shelters can easily scan your dog and retrieve a full set of information that will allow you to recover your dog.

Even following all the rules can’t guarantee your dog’s safety. If someone really wanted to take your dog, chances are they will find away. Doing your best to protect them and preparing for the worst is all that any good pet owner can do.

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