If you have lost an animal we suggest you register your animal with Pets Located, an online service for reuniting owners with their missing pets. You could also contact all of the local vets to give them a description of your lost animal.
If you've lost a dog, you need to contact your local council's dog warden service. For the contact details of your local Council please see the Find Your Local Council service provided by Gov.UK
If you have information that the RSPCA may have picked up your pet, please call the national cruelty & advice line on 0300 1234 999.
Be sure to get your pets microchipped in case they go missing in future - you can find out more about microchipping on the national RSPCA website. If your pet is already microchipped, please ensure the provider has your up-to-date contact details so that should your pet be found it can be easily reunited with you.
Often, when a cat is thought to be stray, it actually belongs to someone local. So you should try to find out if it has an owner and who they are; you can find information on finding an owner on the national RSPCA website. You may wish to report the cat to local vets and major 'lost pet' organisations, including register it with Pets Located, an online service for reuniting owners with their missing pets. You could also place posters in the window of your local newsagents, post office, or around the neighbourhood.
If you have found a stray dog, report it to the local council’s dog warden service.
For equines and farm animals, contact the police.
If you have found any other type of animal straying, please take to your nearest veterinary practice or call 0300 1234 999 if you are unable to catch the animal.
