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Lost or found a pet in Miami

What to do first in Miami, from local animal services’ guidance, and who to call.
What happened?

What to do if your pet is missing

  1. Now

    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.
  2. Next

    What local animal services ask:

    • File a lost report in person at the county’s Pet Adoption and Protection Center.
    • Check Petco Love Lost and the county’s linked shelter listings.
    • Ask about reclaiming a possible lead, including the rabies certificate and fees.

    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:Miami-Dade found-pet instructions (opens in a new tab)

  3. 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

  1. Now

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

    Look for their ownerPrivate until you choose to share. No account needed.
  2. Next

    What local animal services ask:

    • If safe, check for a tag and arrange a microchip scan.
    • File a found report in person at the county’s Pet Adoption and Protection Center.
    • Use the official instructions and ask Animal Services about the next step.

    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:Miami-Dade found-pet instructions (opens in a new tab)

  3. Then

    See our guides for a found dog or cat.

Pets posted near Miami

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About these instructions

These instructions are for Miami-Dade County. Ask Animal Services about current arrangements; pickup or shelter intake is not guaranteed.

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