Lost & Found

Reuniting Lost Pets

We are Oʻahu’s official pet lost and found.  Animals arrive at Hawaiian Humane throughout the day and night, and our lists of lost and found pets are updated daily.

 

 

If you’ve lost a pet

Please act immediately if your pet is lost, as he or she may already be at Hawaiian Humane. Animals that arrive without identification such as a microchip, license or tag are held for 48 hours before being evaluated for adoption, so prompt action is necessary. Hawaiian Humane partners with DocuPet to provide free pet registration and ID tags that connect to a secure online profile. If your pet has a DocuPet tag, anyone who finds them can enter the tag ID at DocuPet.com or call the HomeSafe team at 1-877-239-6072 for 24/7 assistance with reunification. You can learn more about registering your pet and order a free DocuPut ID tag here or visiting DocuPet.com!

Please complete a Lost Report and head to the Pet Kōkua Center at either our Mōʻiliʻili Campus or Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili during normal operating hours to walk-through to see if your pet has already been turned into our care. You can also view a real-time updated listing of Found Pets both with Hawaiian Humane or in community care on our website. Bring any proof of ownership that you have including photos, veterinary records, or licensing or microchip information. If you are away and a pet sitter is claiming your pet, please complete the Consent for Care Form.

If your pet is microchipped, licensed or tagged, but your contact information has changed, please contact our Lost and Found at 808-356-2228 and immediately update your information with the manufacturer of your pet’s microchip. 

To learn more about the importance of pet microchipping and make an appointment to microchip your pet, click the button below. 

 

 

 

If you’ve found a pet

If you have found a stray pet, immediately file a Found Report online and take the pet to a private veterinary clinic to be scanned for a microchip. If you are able to temporarily care for the pet on your own, we highly encourage you to do so to minimize that pet’s stress of being in the shelter, and to alleviate shelter space constraints for the pets that need us most. The Hawaiian Humane Society will work with you to reunite the pet with his/her owner while they are in your care. 

If you are unable to temporarily care for the pet, you can bring the pet to the Hawaiian Humane Society’s Pet Kōkua Center at our Mōʻiliʻili or Kosasa Family campuses, where they can be reunited with their owners. Please bring dogs in on a leash and cats or other small animals in a secure carrier.

There is no fee to bring a stray animal into either of our Pet Kōkua Centers.

 

Other ways to find a lost pet

  • Use Social Media
    • Paw Posse ‘Ohana is the largest community group focused on reuniting lost pets with their families on Oʻahu. 
    • Post on your social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and ask friends and followers to share.
  • Post flyers in your neighborhood and give copies to local veterinarians. 

Flyers should include at least the following:

  • Description of your pet (e.g. – brown dog, all black cat with orange eyes)
  • Recent image(s) of your pet
  • Pet’s name
  • Owner contact information (email, phone number or both)

Keep your pet safe

Preventing your pet from getting lost starts with a few simple steps that can make all the difference. Here are key ways to keep your pet safe and ensure a quick reunion if they ever go missing:

  1. Make sure your pet wears proper identification. An ID tag with current contact information is the fastest way for someone to reach you if they find your pet. Hawaiian Humane partners with DocuPet to provide free pet registration and complimentary ID tags that link to your pet’s secure online profile. Anyone who finds your pet can enter the tag ID at DocuPet.com or call the HomeSafe team at 1-877-239-6072 for 24/7 reunification support. DocuPet will also provide access to the National Animal Shelter Network, which is an advanced, national search tool to identify pets using their unique ID codes, microchip data, breed, physical descriptions and even special markings. With access to cross-jurisdictional records and push capability to databases such as Petco Love Lost, our teams can quickly locate owners and drastically reduce the length of stay for lost pets. You can learn more about registering your pet and order a free DocuPut ID tag here, visiting DocuPet.com, or you can visit our Adoptions Centers or Pet Kōkua Centers at both our Mōʻiliʻili and Kosasa Family campuses to get more information on DocuPet.
  2. Microchip your pet and keep the registration current. While microchips are an important backup form of identification, they require a scanner to read and the information must be kept up to date. Pairing a microchip with a visible ID tag like DocuPet’s gives your pet the best protection. You can add your microchip number to your pet’s DocuPet profile for an additional layer of security.
  3. Secure your yard and check for escape routes regularly. Walk your property to look for gaps in fencing, loose boards or areas where a determined pet might dig under or squeeze through. Make repairs promptly and consider adding locks to gates that might be left open accidentally. Pets should not be left unattended or unsupervised outside, even in a contained yard.
  4. Keep your pet leashed or in a carrier during outings. Even well-behaved pets can be startled by illegal fireworks, loud noises, unfamiliar animals or unexpected situations. A secure leash or carrier prevents your pet from bolting in a moment of fear or excitement.
  5. Update your contact information immediately when it changes. Whether you move, change phone numbers or get a new email address, update your pet’s microchip registry, DocuPet profile and any other identification right away. Outdated information is one of the most common barriers to reuniting lost pets with their families.
  6. Spay or neuter your pet. Pets that are not spayed or neutered are more likely to roam in search of a mate. This simple procedure reduces the urge to wander and offers numerous health benefits as well.
  7. Create a recent photo library of your pet. Take clear photos from multiple angles, including any unique markings, scars or distinguishing features. If your pet goes missing, having current photos makes it much easier to create flyers and post on social media and Lost.PetcoLove.org.

Taking these precautions now can save you and your pet from the stress of a lost pet emergency. If you have questions about pet identification, microchipping, or DocuPet registration, our Pet Kōkua Center staff at both campuses are here to help.

Admissions & Pet Kōkua Resource Center Hours

Our Mōʻiliʻili Campus Dr. Norman & Kazue Ueda and Peppy Pet Kōkua Center is open daily from 11 am to 6 pm, and our Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili Ginny Tiu Pet Kōkua Center is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. Click the button to the above right to make an appointment. Walk-ins will only be accepted for emergencies such as:

  • Injured or ill animal
  • Abandoned animal
  • Stray animal that cannot be kept by the finder
  • Deceased animal
  • Owner-requested emergency euthanasia Wednesday-Sunday
    • Kosasa Family Campus qualified staff not on site Monday and Tuesday

Mondays, Tuesdays and all other times, please call 808-356-2250 for emergencies and cases such as:

  • Animals in distress/danger
  • Aggressive dogs or loose aggressive dogs
  • Owner-requested emergency euthanasia