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Lost or found a pet in Las Vegas

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

The Animal Foundation

Found-pet intake for Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and unincorporated Clark County; call about intake

702-955-5932

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:

    • Search The Animal Foundation's lost and found page for your pet.
    • Upload your pet's photo to Petco Love Lost and update its microchip.
    • Reclaim promptly; bring a photo of your pet, vet records and rabies proof.

    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:The Animal Foundation 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:

    • Check for tags, get a microchip scan and ask neighbors nearby.
    • Upload a photo of the pet's face to Petco Love Lost.
    • If no owner turns up, contact The Animal Foundation and request an appointment.

    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:The Animal Foundation official pet instructions (opens in a new tab)

  3. Then

    See our guides for a found dog or cat.

Pets posted near Las Vegas

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About these instructions

Las Vegas guidance only, not Henderson, Boulder City or Nye County. Leave ear-tipped cats where found. Ask the shelter about intake; appointments may be needed.

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