Lost Dog
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008
cocoa with pink
Fear. I called out for Cocoa, my miniature poodle. No answer. It‘s cold in Michigan, we’ve already had a little snow. I was in a full panic. He wouldn’t last long out here, at only eleven pounds. This wasn’t like him. He usually would go out do his business and maybe run to the front door. Silence was the only answer as I called out his name. I was also starting to feel sick at the idea of telling my four kids their dog was gone. I called the vet because I knew Cocoa had been micro-chipped. The vet’s office gave me the number to the company HomeAgain. They helped me find his ID and listed him as missing. I thought that this was a magical tracking device, but I was told by the vet that it only works if someone finds him and he is scanned. Back outside I saw my dear neighbor in her parka with a leash and dog treats “Go get your coat on!” she demanded. I ran back into my house and upstairs to my closet. There sitting quite comfortably was COCOA! He had never barked when I yelled for him throughout the house. Here’s what I learned: A neighbor that puts her winter coat on to help you find your dog is more than a neighbor. And a dog that can cause so much panic is more than a dog.
According to HomeAgain.com, 90% of pets don’t come home again. On their site they have great tips and stories about pet recovery. But I would love to hear from you. Please send your story or tips on what to do when you lose your pet.
