Found A Pet

WHAT SHOULD I DO FIRST IF I HAVE LOST OR FOUND A PET?

1. CONTACT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL TEXAS, 254-754-1454!
We can't help if we don't know a pet has been found!

2. EMAIL US
Send us an email at HSCTLostandFound@yahoo.com with a full description and attach a photo. Please be sure to include contact your information!

3. CHECK FOR MICROCHIP*.
Most veterinarians, pet clinics and our shelter will scan a pet for microchip at no charge to you.
*A WORD OF CAUTION: BE SAFE... do not try to load an animal in your vehicle if you are uncomfortable or fear for your safety.

4. POST FLYERS!
Post in your neighborhood, nearby grocery stores and gas stations. Bring a FOUND PET flyer to our shelter and we will post it for you! We advise that you be as general as possible and make the possible owner identify the pet to you.

5. NEWSPAPER ADS.
Most newspapers, including the Waco Trib, will run FOUND PETS at no cost. Check with the publication for more details.

6. NO ANIMAL IS EVER TURNED AWAY.
Some people volunteer to hold the pet at their home for a few days to wait for an owner to show up. If this is an option, great! If not, you can bring the animal to our shelter... be sure to bring 2 forms of identification (like Drivers License and Utility bill or current car insurance). Normal surrender fees apply if you are outside of one of our city contracted areas. Call 254-754-1454 for more details. You may also call your local animal control to pick up the animal.


REMEMBER: A spayed or neutered pet is LESS LIKELY to roam, run away, get in fights with other pets or people, and is typically a healthier, happier pet. You also won’t have to worry about a new litter of puppies or kittens! Please spay or neuter your pet!

MICROCHIPS SAVE LIVES! We offer low-cost microchip ($20 plus tax) for ANY pet in Central Texas!