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Tails & Trails -
All Pets
We are truly fortunate to have a great pet group here at Four
Seasons, known as Tails and Trails. If your pet is lost or goes
missing, our Pet Recovery team can assist in getting them back
home. Just call (951) 663-7012. This team is made up of volunteers
who are willing to assist all fellow pet owners here. These volunteers
have been trained in trapping, bringing lost pets to safety, scanning
and reuniting pets with their owners. We are seeking new
members to assist us in these very worthwhile efforts. If you are
interested in becoming a part of this team and being trained in
pet recovery, please contact us at (951) 663-7012 or via email at
vivr@sbcglobal.net. Note your name and phone number. You
may also want to check us out on Facebook at Four Seasons Tails
and Trails.
Here are some tips if your pet goes missing. Do not chase your pet.
Stay home, secure any other pets, open your doors and your gate,
and report the missing pet. Find some dirty laundry, pillowcases,
undergarments, gym clothes, socks, recently worn shoes and place
it in a pile or a basket on your front porch.
For cats, put out their used litter box. If your pet has a favorite bed
or blanket, add that to the pile. Tails & Trails will help network your
lost pet while we search, and we will provide recommendations for
bringing your pet home safely. Spreading your scent around while
looking for your pet will only confuse their attempts to "scent" their
way home.
Very few stray dogs are likely to run up to you, especially if you
don't have food. Some may be very friendly and willing to jump
into your vehicle. Never approach or chase a stray. This may drive
them further from their home, stress them, and make recovery
more difficult. Pets may become exhausted or hide. Try to keep
dogs as close as possible to you. Speak in soothing tones. Be still
and encourage them to come to you. If you do have food with you,
you can always drop a few pieces to keep the animal engaged. There
may be times when we will not have adequate volunteers to assist.
If that is the case, we may ask you to contact Beaumont Animal
Control at (951) 759-8500. ~ Vivian Walker, vivr@sbcglobal.net
