Dog Theft On The Rise

"In the first three months of 2008, the AKC has tracked more than 30 thefts from news and customer reports, versus only ten for all twelve months of 2007." (AKC eNewsletter April 2008)

At such an alarming rate (10x increase within the year), pet owners need to take heed, as do breeders, kennels, shelters, pet stores, and salons.

Here are a few tips for keeping your pets safe:

1. Don't let your dog outside off-leash.
2. Don't leave your dog in the yard unattended for long periods of time.
3. As tempting as it may be ;) , don't brag on the purchase price!
4. Don't leave your dog in an unattended car, even if it's locked.
5. Read the AKC article for more great tips!

And don't forget to MICROCHIP YOUR DOG!