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Found pets in Elmhurst

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Found pets Warrenville, photo: Skittish Black Cat Spotted in Warrenville
Skittish Black Cat Spotted in...
All black with what looks like a small white...
Wed, 06.08.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Charming Orange Cat Found on McLean Ave
Charming Orange Cat Found on M...
Talkative sweet orange cat
Wed, 06.08.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Obedient Dog in Rose Gold Chain
Found: Obedient Dog in Rose Go...
Black/gray coat, wearing a rose gold chain. V...
Sat, 02.08.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found Pomeranian: Friendly Male in Chicago
Found Pomeranian: Friendly Mal...
Pomeranian, small, boy, brown and black and w...
Fri, 01.08.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found Tan Dog on S. Pulaski Rd, Chicago
Found Tan Dog on S. Pulaski Rd...
Tan, no collar
Fri, 25.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Sweet Black Cockapoo in Chicago
Found: Sweet Black Cockapoo in...
Sweet sweet black cockapoo or maltese or some...
Wed, 23.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Black & White Chihuahua in Chicago
Found: Black & White Chihuahua...
Black and white Chihuahua, old,big ears,small...
Sat, 19.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Light Brown Dog on Kildare Ave
Found: Light Brown Dog on Kild...
Light brown and white male about 15 pounds. N...
Tue, 15.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Sweet Black & White Pitbull Found in Chicago
Sweet Black & White Pitbull Fo...
Black and white pitbull mix. Very sweet and l...
Thu, 10.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Sweet Black Cat on N. Clybourn Ave
Found: Sweet Black Cat on N. C...
Medium-length black silky fur, bright yellow...
Wed, 09.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: White & Tan Dog on W. Fullerton Ave
Found: White & Tan Dog on W. F...
White and tan female around 25 lbs with black...
Tue, 08.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Spotted Dog Near Expressway in Chicago
Found: Spotted Dog Near Expres...
Spotted while driving near the expressway. It...
Thu, 03.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Shy Black & Tan Doxi-Pin in Chicago
Found: Shy Black & Tan Doxi-Pi...
He is black and tan, Doxi-Pin, about 1 year o...
Thu, 03.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Senior Black Lab on NW Ave, Chicago
Found: Senior Black Lab on NW...
Senior black labrador retriever
Thu, 03.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Friendly Hound Mix in Chicago
Found: Friendly Hound Mix in C...
She looks like a hound bread. Light brown coa...
Wed, 02.07.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Sweet Papillon/Chihuahua Mix in Chicago
Found: Sweet Papillon/Chihuahu...
She seems to be a papillon or chihuahua mix....
Tue, 24.06.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found Injured Pitbull: Armitage & Ridgeway
Found Injured Pitbull: Armitag...
Male dog, pitbull, cream and white. Seems to...
Mon, 23.06.2025
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Found pets Chicago, photo: Found: Female Siberian Husky in Chicago
Found: Female Siberian Husky i...
Female dog siberian husky black, tan or cream
Wed, 18.06.2025
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Found pets Skokie, photo: Found Cat: White-Tipped Tail, Skokie
Found Cat: White-Tipped Tail,...
Tip of tail is white, left ear is chipped
Wed, 11.06.2025

In Elmhurst, Illinois, hundreds of animals are found each year, bringing attention to the need for responsible pet ownership and community support. Many of these wonderful creatures are rescued and find their new homes through various local animal shelters and rescue organizations. It's crucial for residents to understand how to assist these animals and ensure their safety and well-being.

What to do if you find an animal in Elmhurst, state of Illinois

If you come across a lost or stray animal in Elmhurst, it's important to take the right steps to help. First, try to identify the animal's condition and whether it appears to be in distress. Here are some essential actions you can take:

  • Approach the animal slowly and calmly to avoid scaring it.
  • Check for identification tags or microchips — you can take the animal to a local vet or shelter for scanning.
  • If the animal is friendly, consider bringing it home temporarily while you search for its owner.
  • Report the found animal to local animal shelters and animal control agencies, providing detailed descriptions and photographs if possible.
  • Spread the word on social media platforms and community groups, sharing the animal's details widely.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure the safety of the animal and help it find its way back home or to a shelter where it can receive appropriate care.

How to write ads about animals found in Elmhurst, state of Illinois

Creating an effective advertisement for a found animal is crucial to reuniting it with its owner. When writing your ad, make sure to include specific details that will help others identify the animal and reach you. Here are some tips for crafting a compelling ad:

  • Clearly state that the animal has been found.
  • Include a detailed description of the animal, such as its breed, color, size, and any distinguishing features.
  • Provide your contact information and the best times to reach you.
  • Share a recent photo of the animal to attract more attention.
  • Post your ad in local community boards, online classifieds, and social media groups focused on lost and found pets.

By taking these steps, you increase the chances of finding the pet's owner or, if necessary, securing a loving foster home or permanent adoption for the animal in need.