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Lost or found a pet in Orlando

What to do first in Orlando, from local animal services’ guidance, and who to call.
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Orange County Animal Services

County shelter for Orlando found pets; call first; intake may be limited

407-836-3111

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:

    • Update microchip details and post on the county’s public forum and Petco Love Lost.
    • Check the county shelter’s pet listings and the public lost and found forum.
    • If you think your pet is at the shelter, visit promptly and follow reclaim instructions.

    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:Orlando official 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 tags, arrange a microchip scan and look for the owner locally.
    • Report on the county’s public lost and found forum and Petco Love Lost.
    • Call the county shelter before bringing the pet; follow its current intake instructions.

    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:Orlando official pet instructions (opens in a new tab)

  3. Then

    See our guides for a found dog or cat.

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About these instructions

Orlando only. The county shelter asks finders to seek the owner first and may limit intake. Call before bringing a found pet. If a friendly pet is safe with you, keep it nearby.

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