Claiming a Lost Pet Once an owner and animal are matched, be prepared to: Visit the Animal Control Facility to verify that it’s the correct animal. Prove ownership by showing veterinary records or a picture. Answer how the animal got lost. Pay applicable impound, citation, boarding, veterinary, and licensing fees. Arrange an inspection of a fenced yard (only necessary if the animal escaped from a fence).
Once an owner and animal are matched, be prepared to: