Have You Lost Your Pet?
We’re so sorry that you’ve lost your pet. As pet owners ourselves, we know that this can be an extremely stressful and difficult time for you. Below you’ll find a number of steps you should follow to help maximize the opportunities to find your pet.
If you’re looking for a lost pet and they are microchipped, the good news is that your pet is over 2x more likely to be returned home. Be sure to call your veterinarian and/or the microchip company right away to make sure your contact information is up-to-date.
Found a Stray/Lost Pet?
Nashville Humane is a managed admissions shelter, who does not have the capacity to take in stray/lost animals. Our goal is to save the animals who are already living in shelters that are most at risk for euthanasia.
One out of three animals goes missing in their lifetime and the possibility of reuniting them with their owner once at the shelter drops to 5-18%. So, what you do when you find a stray/lost pet really matters! Refer to the steps below to ensure the pet you found has the best chance of being reunited with their family.
Here are some steps to take if you’ve found a pet.
Community Cats
Community cats (feral cats) are un-owned and generally non-socialized cats who, with the help of humane and effective programs such as Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and Return-to-Home (RTH), may thrive in their outdoor homes. If you have encountered a community cat or kitten in your area, click here for more information on how to help. In 2016, Metro Nashville/Metro Animal Care & Control (MACC) implemented a Community cat policy for Davidson County/Nashville in an effort to manage the needs of our city and most effectively help ‘stray’ cats in our neighborhoods. Find out more information here!
What about kittens?
During the spring and summer months, thousands of kittens are brought to animal shelters by well-meaning good Samaritans. If you find kittens, please think twice before removing them from their outside home. Kittens are 50% less likely to survive when taken away from their mothers before they reach 8 weeks old.
Have Additional Questions or Need Additional Assistance?
If you have additional questions or need additional assistance, you can contact our Pawsitive Impact Program Coordinator with typical response time being within 72 hours or 3 business days.