Help & Advice
Helpful tips to reunite with your pet or prepare for adoption.
🧠 Ask the Pet Assistant
Need help with finding your pet, adopting, or using the site? Just ask!
🐶 Ask our Pet Assistant
📌 How to Create Effective Posters
- Use a clear, recent photo of your pet
- Mention their name, breed, and color
- Add a reward if applicable
- Include contact info and last seen location
- Post in busy areas like supermarkets and vet clinics
🏠 Reporting to a Shelter
When contacting a shelter, give them a full description of your pet: size, breed, color, collar, and temperament. If chipped, provide the microchip number and mention the last known location.
Follow up every few days - animals may arrive later. Use the RSPCA shelter search to find places near you.
💉 Microchipping Tips
A microchip only works if your details are correct. Make sure your info is up to date in a UK-approved registry like Petlog.
Ask your vet to scan the chip during checkups to confirm it's working. Save a copy of the chip number in case it's needed urgently.
🐾 Thinking About Adopting?
Before adopting, research the breed’s needs, energy level, and health risks. Tools like DogTime can help you choose the right fit.
Prepare your home with basics - bedding, food, safe spaces. After adoption, book a vet checkup and give your new pet time to adjust to their new environment.
