Thomastown, VIC Lost Male Dog, Alfie Is Missing

Facebook Community Response

Emilia S.

8 months ago

‼️UPDATE: As of 07.30PM on 11/10 Alfie is still missing and we are desperate to find him. He has not had his for 11 days. If you see him please call us immediately and please do not chase.

Julie M.

8 months ago

Is this your dog?

Emilia S.

8 months ago

‼️UPDATE: As of 04:00PM on 8/10 Alfie is still missing. If anyone sees him please let me know. Please do not chase

Emilia S.

8 months ago

‼️UPDATE: As of 07.00PM Alfie is still missing. He hasn’t been seen today. ‼️UPDATE: As of 08.40AM Alfie is still missing. He was last sighted running on Cheddar road towards the Broadway in Reservoir at 6.20PM on 6/10 People who sight him: 🐾 1. Don’t chase or call out loudly Even if you mean well, most scared dogs interpret chasing, clapping, or calling as a threat — they’ll bolt. 👉 Instead: • Stay low to the ground (sideways, not head-on). • Avoid direct eye contact. • Speak softly or even yawn/stretch — it makes you look calm and non-threatening. ⸻ 🍗 2. Use food and scent Tempt them with high-value smells like: • Rotisserie chicken, sardines, or smelly dog treats • Tuna or warm sausages (if you have them handy) Put the food down, back away, and let the dog approach at their pace. If possible, make a scent trail by tearing small bits of food leading to a safe spot (like your car, a fenced yard, or a crate). ⸻ 🧥 3. Lure, don’t grab If the dog starts sniffing near you: • Sit or crouch with your side facing them. • Toss small bits of food closer and closer to you. • Let them sniff your hand only if they choose to. • If they allow touch, gently loop a leash or slip lead under their head — never over. If they’re wearing a collar, you can clip the leash once they’re calm. ⸻ 🚗 4. Use confinement to your advantage If they’re near an open gate, garage, or car, you can: • Toss food inside • Walk away slightly • Wait for them to wander in Then quietly close the door or gate once they’re fully inside. ⸻ 📱 5. Get help If they’re too scared or keep running: • Call your local council, animal control, or the lost dogs Facebook groups for your area. • Leave out food, water, and familiar scents (like a blanket or shirt) where they’ve been seen — lost dogs often return to the same spot. • Post photos and the exact location right away in community groups.

Holly L.

8 months ago

Bump

Emilia S.

8 months ago

Linda Kostadinovski not yet, hopefully soon 🤞🏽

Sal S.

8 months ago

I really hope you find him 😍

Linda K.

8 months ago

Has the dog been found??

Emilia S.

8 months ago

‼️UPDATE: As of 05/10 at 08:30AM Alfie is still missing. He was last seen at 11:45AM on 03/10 on Cedar Street, Thomastown. Any help would be appreciated

Belinda L.

8 months ago

Not this sweet guy? https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Hw547XzC6/