Lost or found a pet in Los Angeles

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Add a photo and where your pet was last seen. We’ll show you pets posted nearby that could be yours. Each one is a lead to check, not proof.

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What local animal services ask:

• Search shelter listings and visit the city centers promptly.
• File a lost report using the city’s official instructions.
• Ask about reclaiming a possible lead and bring proof of ownership and photo ID.

FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.

Keep checking

• Look at the shelter’s listings again, and go in person when you can.
• Open your search here again to see what has been posted since.
• Write down who you called and any possible sightings, then make a flyer and share it.

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Answer three quick questions and see if someone nearby is missing them.

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What local animal services ask:

• If safe, check for a tag and arrange a microchip scan.
• Report the found pet using LA Animal Services’ official instructions.
• Use the city’s locator to confirm the right center before bringing the pet.

FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.

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See our guides for a found dog or cat.