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You can learn more about finding a lost pet or reporting a pet you have found.

To report a stray animal (an animal that does not have an identified owner) or a pet that has been purposely abandoned by its owner, visit Stray Animal.

Search for a missing dog:

It is recommended that you visit an Animal Care Center (ACC) location to check for your lost pet. You can search ACC's lost and found database for photos and descriptions of animals that are currently at the shelter, but there is no guarantee that a pet will be documented on the database.

If you have limited internet access, you can file a lost pet report at an ACC location.

You can also use your dog's dog license number to search for a lost dog.

If you believe your dog has been seized by the ACC or the NYPD, you should go to an ACC location in person.

Report a found dog:

If the dog has identification, you can contact their owner directly or use their dog license number to report a found dog. You can also bring a dog to most veterinary hospitals to scan for a microchip.

You can drop a found dog off at any ACC location or report the found dog on the ACC's lost and found database.

Search ACC's lost and found database

Report or search for a lost dog with a license tag.

Find an Animal Care Center.

Make a Report to ACC

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help.

Search for a missing cat:

It is recommended that you visit an ACC location to check for your lost pet. You can search ACC's lost and found database for photos and descriptions of animals that are currently at the shelter, but there is no guarantee that a pet will be documented on the database.

If you have limited internet access, you can file a lost pet report at an ACC location. If you believe your pet has been seized by ACC or the NYPD, you should go to an ACC location in person.

Report a found cat:

If the cat has identification, you can contact their owner directly. You can also bring a cat to most veterinary hospitals to scan for a microchip.

You can drop a found cat off at any ACC location or report the found cat on the ACC's lost and found database.

ACC does not capture or accept reports of healthy stray or feral cats. Bringing in a stray cat may not be in their best interest if the cat appears healthy and thriving in the community.

Search ACC's lost and found database

Find an Animal Care Center.

Make a Report to ACC

Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) for help.

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