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Losing a pet is stressful, but acting quickly and working through a few practical steps can help more people look out for them.
Here are the most useful steps to take now:
Search close to home then widen the net
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Report your pet missing to the local council for the area where they went missing and follow the local process.
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Check that your pet's microchip contact details are current & report your pet as missing on the chip.
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Let local vets know your pet is missing.
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Check your local council shelter or animal management facility to see if your pet has been found, as well as the ones for the councils closest to yours.
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Ask neighbours to check garages, sheds and other places where your pet could be hiding.
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Share a clear photo and last-seen location through relevant local lost-pet and community channels.
Check your pet's microchip details
Make sure your contact details are current and follow the appropriate process for recording your pet as missing with their microchip registry.
For more detailed information, please read:
How to find a lost rabbit or guinea pig
Microchipping and registering your pet.
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