Adopting a dog in the Mid Ohio Valley? Get a realistic first year budget, see what typical adoption fees cover, and learn simple ways to plan for vet care and preventives. Find out why spay and neuter saves money and keeps your new dog healthy.

National Dog Day Aug 26th

In one of our recent thermal scans, two coyotes were spotted standing over the remains of a deer along a tree line. The scene was a reminder that coyotes are skilled predators and opportunistic feeders. When natural food sources like deer or small game run short, they look for easier meals — including unattended pets or outdoor food scraps left around homes.

The lemonade stand that changed it all.

Wiley Oakley first encounters

A random number. A vague message. And just like that, a scam is in motion.

They know you’re desperate. They count on it.

This is a real text exchange from one of our documented scam attempts. It’s one of dozens we’ve seen in just the past few weeks—same scripts, same tricks, new names.

Pet Search Alliance is fighting back.
We protect families, document scams, and provide a secure path forward when your pet is missing.

Stay alert. Don’t share personal numbers publicly. And never send money to a stranger.

More examples and resources at petsearchalliance.org

Discover how Pet Search Alliance adapts drone search tactics for hot summer weather. Learn why optical zoom outperforms thermal in July, when to fly, and what tools actually work in real-world pet recovery.

One sudden BOOM—and your dog is gone. Fireworks may light up the sky, but for our pets, they often trigger pure panic. This gripping image shows just how fast fear can turn into flight. Don’t let the celebration end in heartbreak—learn how to keep your pets safe before the first firework goes off.