Ruger – Missing Dog in Rockport, WV

Case Active | Updated: Friday, October 10, 2025


Case Summary

Ruger, a 2-year-old intact male Lab mix, has been missing since Tuesday, October 7, 2025, around 1:45 PM from 12876 Lee Creek Rd, Rockport, West Virginia. He is a brown/red color with white markings and was wearing a brown collar from Tractor Supply when last seen. Ruger is microchipped.

He went missing while under the care of a trusted family friend. A possible sighting was reported near Tuckers Creek, not far from the original location. The surrounding area is rural, with thick woods, open fields, and creek lines, which can make detection difficult without cameras or coordinated search support.

Ruger is described as friendly but can be skittish, especially around unfamiliar people or sudden noises. As an intact male, he may be traveling longer distances following scent trails or looking for food sources.

What’s Been Done So Far

The owner, Samantha Johnson, has been proactive in her search—

  • Contacted all nearby animal shelters and veterinary clinics within a 10-mile radius

  • Distributed flyers throughout the area

  • Conducted multiple on-foot and vehicle searches with help from friends

  • Posted updates and sightings across Facebook and community pages

Current Focus Area

Lee Creek and Tuckers Creek region near Rockport, WV
PSA is asking residents in this area to check their trail cams, VOSKER cameras, and doorbell cameras for any movement matching Ruger’s description. Even one sighting image can help confirm his route or anchor point for targeted efforts.

How You Can Help

If you live, work, or travel near Lee Creek Rd or Tuckers Creek, please:

  • Review camera footage from the past few days

  • Check barns, porches, culverts, and sheds where a dog might take shelter

  • Avoid calling or chasing Ruger if seen—he may bolt further away

All information, no matter how small, is helpful.

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