Panhandle Animal Welfare Society provides tips to help lost, stray dogs

Olivia Wilson
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OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Ever seen a lost dog and did not know what to do? The Panhandle Animal Welfare Society is sharing tips to help lost and stray pets find their way home.

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The Panhandle Animal Welfare Society shared a graphic from Bissell Pet Foundation in honor of Lost Dog Awareness Day to provide some ways people can help stray and lost pets.

(Panhandle Animal Welfare Society shared graphic)
(Panhandle Animal Welfare Society shared graphic)

  • Knock on doors to see if anyone recognizes the animal

  • Use social media — check lost & found pages and groups

  • Scan the pet for a microchip

  • Notify local shelters

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