Finding a loose dog or cat requires a safe approach, an identification check and a privacy-conscious route to the owner.
Secure the situation safely
- Consider traffic, frightened behavior and the safety of people and animals before approaching.
Look for identification
- Check visible tags and scan a QR tag when safe; contact appropriate local services for microchip scanning.
Protect owner and finder privacy
- Use the contact path supplied by the identification and verify ownership without publicly exposing sensitive details.