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Lost or found a pet in Denton

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

Denton Animal Services — Linda McNatt Animal Care & Adoption Center

City shelter for Denton; call with a lost or found pet’s description and location

940-349-7594

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:

    • Visit the shelter in person to look for your pet.
    • Call Animal Services with a detailed description of your pet.
    • Notify the microchip registry and update your contact information.

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

  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 to approach, check for an ID tag and contact the owner.
    • If there is no ID tag, ask a vet or shelter to check for a microchip.
    • If you cannot safely approach or transport the pet, call Animal Services.

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

  3. Then

    See our guides for a found dog or cat.

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About these instructions

These steps are for pets lost or found inside Denton city limits. The shelter does not take strays found elsewhere. Do not chase or feed a pet you cannot safely approach.

  • Local steps checked against the official pages on .