LOST AND FOUND RESOURCES
LOST AND FOUND RESOURCES
BTAA is no longer responsible for managing stray dogs for Bonner County, the City of Sandpoint, and the City of Ponderay. Stray dog pickup, also known as animal control, is a function of law enforcement and each municipality has their own procedures. There is no longer 24-hour assistance for lost dogs but we’re here to help guide you if you find a lost pet and need to connect it with its family.
* Sandpoint Police: If you see or pick up a lost dog, you can call their office during business hours Monday – Friday at (208) 265-5525. If your dog is missing in Sandpoint, please call their office and check BTAA’s website.
* Ponderay: Dogs found directly by law enforcement are the only dogs deemed as stray. If your dog is missing in Ponderay, please call their office at (208) 265-4251 and check BTAA’s website.
* Bonner County: Dispatch will no longer accept lost/found dog calls and deputies will not be dispatched to pick up dogs.
** Studies show dogs are much more likely to be reunited with their families if they remain in the area where they were found, so caring for the dog locally is highly recommended. **
Bonner County
Better Together Animal Alliance 208-265-7297 870 Kootenai Cutoff Rd. Ponderay, ID 83852
Bonner County Humane Society 208-263-9282 900 Westwood Dr . Sandpoint, ID 83864
Dover Fire Station, 825 Railroad Ave, Dover, ID 83825
Priest River Animal Rescue 208-448-0699 5538 Hwy 2 Priest River, ID 83856
Priest River Animal Control 208-448-1521 552 High St. Priest River, ID 83856
VCA North Idaho Animal Hospital 208-265-5700 320 S. Ella Ave. Sandpoint, ID 83864
Center Valley Veterinary Hospital 208-263-5500 62 Hidden Meadow Ln. Sandpoint, ID 83864
Bonner Animal Hospital 208-263-7551 511 Poplar St. Sandpoint, ID 83864
Fry Creek Animal Clinic 208-263-7707 470889 Hwy 95 Sagle, ID 83860
Sagle Fire Station, 2689 Gun Club Rd., Sagle, ID 83860
Pend Oreille Veterinary Service 208-263-2145 895 Kootenai Cutoff Rd. Ponderay, ID 83852
Samuels Store 208-263-1146 486260 US-95 Sandpoint, ID 83864
Holiday Shores Marina 208-264-5515 46624 ID-200 Hope, ID 83836
Clark Fork VFW 253-651-9527 115 W 4th Ave. Clark Fork, ID 83811
Tamarack Hardware 208-443-3827 27916 HWY 57 Priest Lake, ID 83856
Boundary County
Second Chance Animal Adoption 208-267-7504 6651 Lincoln St-. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic 208-267-7502 6657 Main St. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Dr. Burt Veterinary Care 208-274-5550 35 Automation Ln. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Naples Fire Department 208-267-8052 4391 McArthur Lake Rd. Naples, ID 83847
Selkirk Kennels 208-267-7860 120 Selkirk St. Moyie Springs, ID 83805
Boundary County Sheriff Dept. 208-267-3151 6438 Kootenai St. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Bonners Ferry Police Dept. 208-267-2412 7232 Main St. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Dirty Dog Salon & Kennels 208-304-0403 221 Juneberry Ln. Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Jakes Landing 208-267-2128 108 Trading Post Rd Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Kootenai County
Kootenai Humane Society 208-772-4019 11650 N. Ramsey Rd. Hayden, ID 83835
Coeur D’Alene Animal Control 208-769-2320 3818 N. Schreiber Way Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Post Falls Animal Control 208-773-3517 1725 E. Polston Ave. Post Falls, ID 83854
Northwoods Veterinary Hospital 208-683-2708 30425 N. Meadow St. Athol, ID 83801
Alpine Animal Hospital 208-664-2168 1736 W. Kathleen Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Lake City Pet Hospital 208-664-5629 902 Lincoln Way Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
Lakewood Animal Hospital 208-772-9669 272 W. Hanley Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Northern Lakes Fire Dept. 208-772-5711 125 W Hayden Ave, Hayden ID 83835
Prairie Animal Hospital 208-772-3214 920 W. Prairie Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Sunset Animal Hospital 208-765-4608 3600 N. Government Way Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Animal Doctor 208-437-2800 217 N. State Ave. Oldtown, ID 83822
VCA Kootenai Animal Hospital 208-209-3185 1704 E. Seltice Way Post Falls, ID 83854
VCA River City Animal Hospital 208-209-3215 310 N. Herborn Pl Post Falls, ID 83854
Rathdrum Animal Clinic 208-687-2200 6499 W. Commercial Park Ave. #1 Rathdrum, ID 83858
Timberlake Fire District 208-683-3333 5985 ID-54 Athol, ID 83801
Spirit Lake Police Dept. 208-623-2701 6155 W. Maine St. Spirit Lake, ID 83869
Washington
Newport Animal Control 509-447-5611 200 S Washington Ave. Newport, WA 99156
Create Flyers, Post Online & Social Media
Hang flyers in the area where the dog was found, create a post for the dog on Petco Love Lost, and share it on your social media. This helps lost pets get seen by more community members. Need help setting up an account? Contact BTAA, and we can assist you.
Provide Care for Idaho’s Five-Day Hold Requirement
Idaho law requires a found dog to be publicly posted (online or in print) for five business days before rehoming. Caring for the dog during this period increases the chances of reuniting the dog with its family. BTAA will provide supplies such as food, bedding and/or crate, toys, and other necessities. If you are unable to care for the dog, contact BTAA to arrange to bring it to our animal care center.
After the Hold Period
If you’re unable to locate the owner, contact BTAA to schedule an intake time, adopt the dog, or use Home To Home to rehome it for free.
If the Dog is Obviously Sick or Injured
Call BTAA at (208) 265-7297 ext. 100 or bring the dog to our animal care facility (or the closest animal shelter or vet office) for assistance.
Share a Photo and Information Online
Create a profile on Petco Love Lost share on social media to help bring them home! Posting their profile on lost and found pet forums, Craigslist, and other public forums will help create more visibility.
Print and Hang Flyers in Your Neighborhood
Petco Love Lost has a feature that will automatically create flyers for you. If you need assistance, or don’t have access to a printer, come in to our Animal Care Center for Assistance.
Monitor Often
Check local shelters, Petco Love Lost, Facebook forums, Craigslist, and local papers to see if others might be posting your pet, trying to find their home.
Walk Your Neighborhood
Walk your neighborhood often and chat with your neighbors to increase awareness about your pet. If you lost your pet in a different area, try to visit it often and let others in the area know so that they can help keep an eye out.
Ensure Your Pet is Identifiable
Microchip your pets and keep information current. BTAA offers free microchipping, ID tags, and collars for local pet owners. Call us at (208) 265-7297 ext. 100 to schedule an appointment.
Create a Petco Love Lost Account
Having your pet’s information pre-loaded will make it quick and easy to post their photo and description online. CLICK HERE
Stray dog management is a function of public safety as outlined in Idaho law. If you have questions or concerns about animal control, please reach out to the Bonner County Commissioners, the City of Sandpoint, and the City of Ponderay.