Prevent: Losing Your Pet

In your house, make sure that doors and unscreened windows are not accidentally left open for any period of time.

During transportation, keep your pets safely secure. Cats need to be in a sturdy carrier so they can't escape. Dogs should wear a harness with a seatbelt attachment. Never attach the pet seatbelt to a collar as a collar could choke your dog during an accident or with a quick stop.

We never plan on accidents, but they do happen. We receive many sad stories of pets getting lost after car accidents. Animals panic and are frightened just like humans and if they have a chance to escape, they will flee to find a safe place to hide.

Be prepared during severe storms, thunderstorms, and holiday fireworks. Dogs and cats are stressed during these times and want to run and hide. Make sure you keep them secure in your home. If you must leave the house, keep all doors and windows closed and play music or keep the TV on to help keep them calm.

When you are out and about with your pets, keep dogs secure on a leash. Dogs and cats can also stay secured in a pet stroller.

Make sure that your pet is properly tagged and microchipped. These are the fastest ways of having your pets returning home safely