Lost Dog Recovery Toolbox
BASICS
__ cell phone or walkie-talkies fully charged
__ flyers (hand outs and pole)
__ emergency contact and search-specific volunteer phone list
__ map of the search area
__ staple gun with extra staples
__ packing tape in case the poles are not wood
__ extra leash and collar
EXTRAS
__ highlighter for the map
__ binoculars (infrared for night time searches if you have them)
__ can of wet, smelly food or tuna and smelly treats & food bowls
__ water (for you and your pup)
__ pens & paper
__ change of socks & shoes
__ bug spray
__ small first aid kit
__ car charger or extra batteries for flashlight
__ car charger for cell phone
__ extra dog coat
__ blankets
__ orange vests for humans and greys for wooded searches during hunting season
__ laptop computer w/ wireless for checking message boards
FOR NIGHT SEARCHES
__ large flashlight (preferably a rechargeable spotlight)
__ reflective wear for human and greyhounds. If you cannot locate reflectors or lights for collar, carry a glow stick.
__ extra flashlight and batteries
* Original document idea credited to www.greyhoundadventures.org. Items have been modified and added to better represent Greyhound Welfare, Inc.