Lost & Found
What to Do
- Post signs in the area where the pet was lost or found, at local vet offices, and at our facility on Miller Street
- Create a lost or found pet posting and examine the existing postings on the Forsyth County Animal Control website.
- Go to the Forsyth County Animal Control offices on Sturmer Park Circle to see if your lost pet has been surrendered to or picked up by them. Visit them at least three times a week until your pet has been found. Click here for a map.
- Place an ad in your local newspaper and/or check the “Found Animal” ads as well. The Winston-Salem Journal will place a “Found Animal” ad at no charge to the finder
- The WXII Pets website also provides resources for posting and searching for lost pets
- Contact local breed rescue groups – visit our resources page for a full list
Prevention
- Having your pet micro-chipped for identification will greatly increase your chances of having your pet returned to you if lost. Read more about microchipping your pet.
- Your pet should also always have a colar with identifying information and a phone number.
- Finally, spaying or neutering your pet will reduce its desire to wander far from home.
