Lost or found a pet in Washington DC
Brandywine Valley SPCA — DC Animal Shelter
Found-pet shelter for Washington DC; call first. Healthy outdoor cats may stay in their community
202-888-7387What to do if your pet is missing
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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.
Start with a photoFree and private. No account needed.Next
What local animal services ask:
- Call BVSPCA to file a lost report and update microchip contact details.
- Search Petco Love Lost and the shelter’s found-pet listings often.
- Contact BVSPCA promptly about a lead and confirm where to reclaim your pet.
FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.
How long shelters hold a pet
Hold times vary; contact the shelter quickly.
Go in person as early as you can.
More details about hold times
Official source:BVSPCA lost and found pets (opens in a new tab)
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.
What to do if you found a pet
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Answer three quick questions and see if someone nearby is missing them.
Look for their ownerPrivate until you choose to share. No account needed.Next
What local animal services ask:
- If safe, check for a tag and arrange a microchip scan.
- If you keep the pet, still report it to BVSPCA (DC Animal Control).
- Call BVSPCA about help and intake appointments before bringing a pet.
FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.
How long shelters hold a pet
Hold times vary; contact the shelter quickly.
More details about hold times
Official source:BVSPCA lost and found pets (opens in a new tab)
Pets posted near Washington DC
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These instructions are for Washington DC. Healthy outdoor cats may have a home or caretaker; call BVSPCA about sick or injured cats and confirm intake before travel.
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