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title: "Help! What Do I Do If The Pet Runs Away?"
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# Help! What Do I Do If The Pet Runs Away?

When a pet escapes, acting quickly and communicating with the owner are essential steps to ensure a successful reunion. Follow these steps to improve the chances of finding the lost pet.

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## **Instructions**

1. **Inform the Owner**
2. **Contact Authorities**
   * *Reach out to local organisations for assistance, including:*
     * *The local pound*
     * *Veterinary clinics*
     * *Council rangers*
     * *The RSPCA*
3. **Search Nearby Areas**
4. **Notify Mad Paws**
   * *If the pet remains missing, email* [*trust@madpaws.com.au*](mailto\:trust@madpaws.com.au) *with “EMERGENCY” in the subject line.*
   * *Include details about how the pet escaped.*
5. **Raise Awareness**
6. **Key Information to Share**
   * *Discuss details about the pet’s behaviour prior booking, such as:*
     * *Any tendencies to jump fences, dig, or escape.*
     * *Whether the pet should be kept on a lead at all times.*
7. **Preventative Measures**
8. **Liability Considerations**

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## **Related Articles**

* [How to Create a Pet Emergency Plan](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/untitled-fCHyT5uf4C)
* [Emergency Procedures for Pet Sitters](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/untitled-RTTjMK6MME)
* [Help! What Do I Do If the Pet Runs Away?](https://madpaws.brainfi.sh/articles/help-what-do-i-do-if-the-pet-runs-away-NL2T8Stfgb)

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## **FAQs & Tips**

**FAQs**

* **What should I do if I can’t find the pet?**

  *Continue searching nearby areas, update the owner, and contact Mad Paws and local authorities for further assistance.*

* **How can I prevent pets from escaping in the future?**

  *Discuss the pet’s behaviour with the owner and take all necessary precautions to secure the environment.*