Lost or found a pet in Bellingham
Whatcom Humane Society
Shelter for Bellingham and Whatcom County, and animal control for most of the county
360-733-2080What to do if your pet is missing
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.Next
What local animal services ask:
- Check new shelter intakes often.
- Visit in person to identify your pet.
- Ask shelter staff about reclaiming a possible lead.
FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.
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.
- File a found report using the shelter’s official instructions.
- Ask Whatcom Humane Society about safe next steps.
FindLostPets and the shelter keep separate reports. It helps to file one with the shelter too.
Pets posted near Bellingham
Pet Watch
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How Pet Watch worksAbout these instructions
Whatcom Humane Society serves Bellingham and other Whatcom County areas. Confirm the instructions for where the pet was lost or found.
- Local steps checked against the official pages on .