Whatcom County, WA Lost Male Dog, Bear Is Missing

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Marzell A.

1 week ago

I see a lady who walks a dog like this over by Mt.Baker Care center/Summit Place on connelly rd. Over by the Starbucks I get the bus there and seen a dog like this one. Then just came across this post. I hope pup is found this is horrible. I am sorry.

Shanna C.

1 week ago

For Bear's people: I hope your pup is safe and back with you soon. ❤️ Here are some potentially helpful tips—please forgive me if you’ve already tried some or if anything doesn’t apply to your situation. I’m sharing as many ideas as possible because sometimes one small thing can make all the difference. 🐕 General Tips for Any Lost Dog Avoid calling loudly, chasing, or approaching a frightened dog, especially if your dog is shy, newly adopted, or easily spooked. Lost dogs can enter “survival mode” and may hide or run—even from their favorite humans. For shy or frightened dogs, avoid large search parties or repeatedly approaching the area. Keep the last-known location as calm as possible and let sightings help guide your search. Create a scent station at the last-known location using your unwashed clothing, your dog’s bedding, or other familiar-smelling items. This gives your pup a familiar scent associated with home and safety. If safe to do so, leave a door or gate available for your dog to return through, especially if they were lost close to home. Monitor the area rather than leaving an opening unattended. Set up a feeding station in a quiet, safe location where your dog has been seen or is likely to travel. Use food your dog finds especially tempting. If possible, use a motion-activated wildlife/security camera to monitor the feeding station or last-known location. This can help determine whether your dog is visiting, what time they are coming, and whether other animals are taking the food. Use food strategically rather than leaving large amounts unattended. If wildlife or other animals are a problem, a camera can help you determine what is visiting the feeding station. Post on local lost-and-found pet pages, Nextdoor, neighborhood apps, Facebook groups, and other local community pages. Put up clear flyers with a recent photo, your contact information, and the last-known location. Ask neighbors to check their properties, including garages, sheds, crawlspaces, fenced areas, under decks, and other places where a dog could become trapped or frightened. Contact local shelters, humane societies, animal control, rescues, and veterinary clinics. File a lost-pet report and check back regularly. If possible, visit shelters in person because descriptions and identification can sometimes be imperfect. If your dog is microchipped, report them as missing to the microchip company and make sure your contact information is current. 👀 If You See Your Dog This is especially important if your dog is frightened or has been running from people: Do not chase, run toward, or try to grab your dog. Even a normally friendly dog may bolt when frightened. Avoid staring directly at them or repeatedly calling their name. Turn slightly sideways, stay calm, and keep your movements slow. If it is safe, sit or crouch down and allow your dog to approach you rather than approaching them. You can gently toss high-value treats or food nearby without moving toward the dog. If your dog doesn't approach, don't chase them. Note the exact location, time, and direction they traveled and report the sighting to anyone helping with the search. If possible, keep eyes on the area from a safe distance without pursuing the dog. A camera or feeding station may help establish a predictable pattern. 🏠 If Lost Close to Home Keep your home and surrounding area calm and quiet. Your dog may return when things settle down. Use familiar sounds at normal volumes, such as jingling keys, opening the treat bag, or other sounds your dog associates with you. Avoid shouting or repeatedly calling. Keep a scent station near home or the last-known location. Ask nearby neighbors to check garages, sheds, crawlspaces, fenced yards, under decks, and other hiding or trapping places. If you have sightings, try to determine whether your dog is staying within a particular area rather than immediately assuming they have traveled far. 📍 If Lost Away From Home Return to and “anchor” the last-known location when it is safe and permitted. Keep familiar scent items there and make the area a calm, consistent point of reference. Avoid repeatedly moving around the area or pursuing sightings, particularly with a shy or frightened dog. Too much activity can cause them to move again. If possible, have one calm, familiar person remain near the area from a distance rather than having many people searching at once. Use sightings, feeding stations, and trail cameras to learn your dog’s movements before changing your strategy. Be patient. A frightened dog may take hours, days, or sometimes longer to settle into a predictable pattern. 🪤 If Your Dog Is Returning to One Area If your dog is consistently visiting a feeding station or another location but will not approach people, consider contacting a local rescue, shelter, or experienced lost-dog recovery volunteer for help. A humane trap may sometimes be appropriate, but it is best to get guidance on the correct size, placement, bait, monitoring, and weather protection before using one. Never leave a trapped dog exposed to extreme heat, cold, rain, or direct sun, and make sure the trap can be monitored appropriately. 💛 Please Don't Give Up Hope Many lost dogs are found days or even weeks later. A frightened dog may be hiding, moving mostly when it is quiet, or slowly developing a predictable routine. Keep sharing sightings, checking shelters, talking with neighbors, maintaining your scent/feeding station when appropriate, and using cameras when possible. I hope your pup finds their way safely home soon. 💛🐾

Shelly K.

1 week ago

Praying for his safe return to his owner.🐾🙏🐾 He was stolen. His owner found his air tag collar up in a tree. Like it has been tossed.

Darla M.

1 week ago

Holly Johnson Linville they tracked his air tag and it was up in a tree, including that it must have been thrown up there to try and hide it, coming to the conclusion that he was not lost but takin

Holly J.

1 week ago

I'm confused. This post says lost but all the others on FB say stolen.

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