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Lost or found a pet in Seattle

What to do first in Seattle, from local animal services’ guidance, and who to call.
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Seattle Animal Shelter

City shelter and animal control for Seattle

206-386-7387

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 near the last confirmed location and update microchip contact details.
    • Submit a lost report and check the shelter’s found and adoption listings.
    • Contact Seattle Animal Shelter about possible leads and reclaim arrangements.

    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, check for a tag and arrange a microchip scan.
    • Submit a found report and share a photo and general area.
    • Follow Seattle Animal Shelter’s instructions for intake or urgent care.

    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 instructions are for pets lost or found in the city of Seattle. Outside Seattle, check the agency responsible for where the pet was lost or found.

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