A Lost Dog, a Shelter Tip, and a Fast Reunion Thanks to Petco Love Lost

A Quiet Yard, A Missing Dog

Kamala knew something was wrong the moment she pulled into the driveway. Landscaping crews had just finished working in her yard. The gate was closed—but her beloved four-year-old pup, Max, was gone.

The Search Begins

Panic set in immediately. “My heart just started racing, I couldn’t imagine where my big guy was,” recalled Kamala.

She gathered her kids, jumped into the car, and began searching the neighborhood block by block, calling his name and hoping to catch a glimpse of familiar fur. When their search didn’t turn up answers, she stopped by her nearest animal shelter for help. It was there that the staff recommended she check Petco Love Lost.

One Photo, One Match

Sitting in her car outside the shelter, Kamala pulled up Max’s photo and ran an image search on Petco Love Lost.

Within minutes, she had a match.

A Community Connection

On the other side of that match were Mysti and Joe, who had found Max and were working to help him get home. After walking him door-to-door, they kept him in their yard while Mysti took a photo of Max and uploaded him as a found pet on Petco Love Lost.

After the match was made, they quickly connect with Kamala through direct chat, confirmed the details, and made plans to reunite.

“It was one of the best experiences I’ve had in a long time,” explained Joe, who was thankful to be a part of the happy reunion.

Kamala was ecstatic once she pulled up to Mysti and Joe’s house and saw Max waiting for her. “I’m forever indebted to them. They’re angels—they’re definite angels,” exclaimed Kamala.

What started as an ordinary day turned into every pet parent’s worst fear— and then into a powerful reminder of what’s possible when community and technology come together.

Home Where He Belongs

Because bringing pets home isn’t just about luck. It’s about neighbors who care. Shelters who guide. And a tool built to connect them— equipping both with the power to turn a single photo into a second chance.

“I recommend Petco Love Lost to every single pet owner. You never know what can happen, but it is a godsend that this technology is there for you to reunite with your pet.”

If a pet you know or love ever goes missing, visit PetcoLoveLost.org to run your own image search and create a free lost pet profile—it could be the key to your own happy reunion story.