Featured Happy Tails! August 2026 – Lost & Found Dogs, Cats, & Pets That Were Reunited in August
PawBoost loves to share happy endings! Check out August’s Featured Happy Tails to learn how these fur babies were reunited with their families.
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Found Dog: Reunited in Dayton, OH!
“The dog came into our yard one night on the outside of our fence. Our dogs were barking at him, so my husband brought him into the house. He looked very well taken care of and was very sweet. He stayed overnight with us, and in the morning we took him to our vet to see if he had a chip but he didn’t.
We weren’t sure what to do, so I went online and just started looking for a lost pet site and found PawBoost! I have never posted anything like this before and was hoping it would work. I posted only one photo, not showing his collar or eye color because we didn’t want just anyone claiming him. Within 30 minutes, we got a call and his owners ended up living a few houses away.
Our street is very busy, and we worry about pets that get loose. We would be devastated if we lost one of our dogs.”
Bebe: Lost Cat Reunited in Lawton, OK!
“One morning we were getting ready to head out for the day. In the midst of the chaos, Bebe got out, but we didn’t see it. I tried looking for her when I got back, but she was not in any of her usual hiding spots. I knew something was wrong. Then the search started. Flyers were printed, flashlights bought, treats in pockets ready to find her.
After 85 days, a kind stranger messaged me a picture of Bebe and asked if it was her. It looked a lot like her, but I didn’t want to get my hopes up. I drove to the location with tears in my eyes, telling myself, “Don’t get your hopes up; you’ve been disappointed before looking for her.”
I arrived at the location to pick her up. The couple that messaged me about her had been feeding her after she showed up there. I took her to get her microchip scanned and waited patiently for the results. It was her! As soon as I saw her picture, I knew in my heart it was her, but the microchip scan confirmed it! I didn’t know how to react; I was in shock!
As I said our goodbyes to the animal shelter that we had been going to almost daily for 85 days, my emotions started to well up. I couldn’t keep it inside. I was so happy and couldn’t wait to tell my kiddos about the great news. They are so happy!”
Stila: Lost Dog Reunited in Hesperia, CA!
“Stila was being cared for while I was out of town. I think Stila got scared and scaled their fence because she wanted to find me. People tried to catch her, but she was scared. She looks intimidating but is so friendly. Loves belly rubs and other dogs.
PawBoost really helped to spread the word about Stila. I got several sightings and locations that helped us track her down. Without those leads, it would have been like looking for a needle in a haystack. Thank goodness for people sharing their Ring camera footage.
We got her! Thank you to everyone who shared, posted, commented, etc!!! Today is a GREAT day!!!! YAY!!!!”
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Bonita: Lost Cat Reunited in Waco, TX!
“Bonita is an indoor-only cat. She accidentally escaped after a smoke alarm went off. She is skittish anyway, but the smoke alarm scared her very much.
Her buddy, Hawthorne, and I missed her very much. I was heartbroken. I put out the litter box as well as items with my scent. I had an insulated cardboard shelter outside too. I’ve had the neighborhood cats visit, but no Bonita.
It took 2 months for Bonita to find her way home. PawBoost helped get the word out quickly that Bonita was missing to Facebook, animal groups/shelters, vets, and the Rescue Squad. PawBoost has a great, easy-to-design flyer format.
Thank you all very much for spreading the word, encouragement, and contacting me about possible sightings.”
Chester: Lost Dog Reunited in Hesperia, CA!
“Chester and his brother pushed open our gate that was accidentally left unlocked.
We posted him to social media, and due to PawBoost, someone was able to contact me that Chester was around their job, and because of that, we kept looking in that area, and one of the neighbors had actually grabbed him and put him in his yard to be safe.
He was missing for 5 days, and his siblings were really missing him. We are so happy that his back home.
Thank you, everyone, who commented, reposted, and hung out with him while he was lost. You guys really helped!”
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