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Dog-Gone K9 Trapping, Eagle, ID (2024)

11/28/2024

🍁🍁Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🍁

Please keep your fur babies safe and warm today.
I am thankful for the support of my followers and donations that help to find the lost and wandering dogs.
Thank you.❤️❤️

11/27/2024

Penelope’s Great Escape: A Tale of Determination and Teamwork

On November 8th, little Penelope found herself at a dog sitter’s home, but it wasn’t the cozy adventure she’d hoped for. With her “stranger danger” instincts on high alert, the unfamiliar house overwhelmed her. Seizing her chance, she discovered a weak spot in the fence and made a daring escape, embarking on a journey of survival that would last 13 days.

When Penelope’s “Gramma” contacted me for help, we got to work immediately. First, I explained the golden rule: never call her name. Fearful dogs can interpret it as a threat and run even farther. I coached her family on the next steps—go door-to-door with flyers, post on Facebook lost dog pages and Nextdoor, and alert as many people as possible. Once we had sightings, it was time to bring out the big guns: bright neon posters with Penelope’s photo, “LOST DOG” in bold letters, and a contact number.

The first sighting came on the day she escaped, but then Penelope vanished without a trace for nearly a week. When she finally resurfaced, she was on the move, and tracking her was like chasing a ghost. Dogs in flight mode can cover incredible distances before settling down, making it impossible to pinpoint where to set a trap.

Finally, multiple sightings confirmed she had chosen a hiding spot: acres of dense land behind a cement plant in Eagle. The area was teeming with wildlife—mink, foxes, coyotes, raccoons, and squirrels—all competing for food. Armed with cameras, scent stations, and food drops, we began the painstaking work of locating her exact hiding spot.

The first night, Penelope appeared on camera—but only after the raccoons had cleaned out the food. She lingered near the scent station and kennel, a promising sign. I knew the key was getting her to the food before the raccoons could sn**ch it again. My secret weapon? Marshmallows. The sticky treat not only lures raccoons but keeps them busy trying to clean their paws, forcing them to find water and leave the trap alone.

The next night, hungry and weary from 13 days on the run, Penelope couldn’t resist. She showed up early, just after dark, and walked right into the trap. Success!

I immediately texted her Gramma, who rushed over to reunite Penelope with her family. They met at Viking Veterinary, where Penelope’s health was thoroughly checked. Miraculously, she was fine—just tired and ready for some well-deserved rest.

Penelope’s safe return was a triumph of teamwork and perseverance. Credit goes to her family for spreading the word far and wide, ensuring that local homeowners and even the cement plant manager were on alert. This community effort made all the difference. From the people who called in sightings to the camera crew monitoring her every move, it truly took a village to bring her home.

If you’d like to help future rescue missions, please consider donating to support these life-saving efforts. A huge thank-you to everyone who contributes—your generosity makes stories like Penelope’s possible.

Let’s keep paying it forward for the next lost dog waiting to find their way home!

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11/16/2024

This guy was spotted on Market Rd/N. Jump Creek Rd in Homedale, ID. I drove around today and no sighting of him. I spotted him coming into Homedale at E. Idaho Ave/US Hwy 95.
I set up the trap and he is now safe.
Does anyone recognize him? I have not scanned for a chip yet. *** No chip***
No collar.
He has a hurt back leg. I am letting him decompress before I try handing him.

09/29/2024

😍😍FOUND SAFE! REUNITED WITH OWNER😍😍

💥💥Lost Dog💥💥

Missing from E Parkriver Dr./E. Boise Ave., Boise, ID
Male Sheltie approx 15 lbs.
Please do not chase or try to catch him. He is scared and is a runner.
Please call 208 301-7067 or 208 571-0225 of spotted.

09/18/2024

The hoarding of animals is a heartbreaking and complex problem. I knew that, as someone involved in animal rescue, I’d eventually encounter a hoarding situation. That day came sooner than expected when I saw a post about an elusive Chihuahua in Parma. Like always, I offered to set up a trap, but then more stories started surfacing: other Chihuahuas roaming around the area, some with pups, others pregnant or old. Some were being spotted in fields, some running across roads, others getting hit by cars. There were lactating mothers with nowhere safe to turn.

The situation spiraled quickly. I posted again, suggesting it could be a back yard breeder dumping unwanted dogs. Then the truth came out: it was a hoarding case. The owners had too many dogs and had already been fined. They had reached out to local Humane Societies for help but were turned down. The shelters are overwhelmed; every rescue is stretched thin. Perhaps the owners didn’t communicate the urgency of their crisis—or maybe there was just no more room. Facing another fine, they began releasing their dogs in desperation, scattering them throughout the area.

We offered to help without judgment. It’s a time of crisis for everyone involved in animal rescue. Blaming won’t save these animals, and we’re all doing what we can. The trapping has been slow and difficult, like searching for a needle in a haystack. We’ve compiled a list of areas where the dogs were released and reached out to the community, asking for help in locating them. But the dogs don’t stay together; they’re scattered, frightened, and trying to survive on their own.

So far, we’ve managed to trap five dogs. The owners have surrendered 14. Others have found and taken in nine. Tragically, four have been hit by cars. That’s roughly 32 dogs accounted for. The owners estimate they had around 70 in total, leaving nearly 50 still out there, dumped and alone. Despite their faults, the owners are cooperating, surrendering the dogs that remain in their care. Hoarding is an illness—a sickness that spreads cruelty to these animals who suffer in silence.

Many rescues have stepped up to take in the dogs we’ve found. These Chihuahuas are in rough shape: unsocialized, terrified, and trembling with fear. They were kept inside their entire lives, never feeling the earth beneath their paws, and now thrust into a world they don’t understand. Some have medical conditions that require immediate attention. All of them are painfully emaciated, having been fed only once a day.

One little girl is at my house now. She was found on a gravel road last Saturday, her tiny body injured and oozing from a wound. The emergency vet suspects it was a bite from another dog—likely a fight over food. She weighs a mere three pounds, a heartbreaking testament to the conditions they endured. Most of these dogs are just as small, the largest barely hitting ten pounds.

This is the reality of hoarding. It’s cruel and unkind, leaving animals to suffer. We’re doing all we can to rescue them, but it’s a race against time to find the rest before more fall victim to the elements, hunger, or the wheels of passing cars.

Here are the locations we have obtained from the owners. It is very vague as they did not pay attention to street names.

**Parma
1. Apple Valley road off the main road in Parma. Drive up and down that road.
2. Roswell Road - From this area, keep heading down road in front of that abandoned house to Martins Landing. Our team have gotten a few in this area.
3. A white thin dog on Pearl, not exactly sure which area but by fields.

**Nampa
4 Take 12th avenue out toward landfill. Turn in front of the Beranna dairy. You drive around a curve and pass a house on the left. There will be a cornfield. There could be a few here. We are assuming this dairy but not sure. Again the didn’t pay attention to where they were.

My service is volunteer and I rely on the generosity of the community to continue this mission of safely trapping dogs. Donations are welcome to support future efforts. I can always use more people who are willing to give up sleep to check the cameras when a trap is set. Please reach out if you would like to help. Kudos to the people on the camera with for this situation. It has been many nights watching the cameras and traps.

I also need to thank trappers Michelle and Carmen for stepping up and helping. This has been a lot for Julli and me. Parma is an hour away for me and 30 mins for Julli.

**The dogs are not up for adoption until the vetting is done. The dogs Paws Rescue kept have found foster homes.

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08/13/2024

Posts about dogs lost in unfamiliar areas tug at my heart in a way that’s hard to describe. Lilly's story is one of those that I simply couldn’t ignore. She was en route to her new home when she got loose, terrified and alone in a place she’d never been before. Her journey started in California, where tragedy struck—her mom passed away suddenly, leaving behind multiple dogs that the family could no longer care for. Lilly was one of those dogs, sent on transport to what was supposed to be her fresh start in Idaho.

But things went terribly wrong. The transporter, someone who was paid to safely deliver her, made a crucial mistake. He took Lilly out of her kennel with no leash, holding only her collar. She was scared, confused, and in that vulnerable moment, she slipped away. By the next morning, she was spotted in a yard just a block away, but Lilly was too frightened to trust anyone. The kind woman who found her tried to help, offering food and alerting the new owner. The owner rushed over, hoping to bring Lilly home, but when she got close, Lilly bolted again. She was too scared to be caught, too scared to understand that she was safe.

That’s when I knew I had to step in. I quickly gathered my gear and made my way to the area, determined to bring Lilly to safety. When I arrived, the owner had spotted her again, so we knew she was still close by, just out of reach. I cooked some bacon and loaded the trap with the enticing treats. I sprayed liquid smoke to make the area more inviting. As we were packing up, Lilly appeared, just 30 feet away from us, near the trap. I urged everyone to stay calm, to not look directly at her, to just be quiet and let her feel safe. And then, in that stillness, Lilly laid down outside the trap. It was a small but significant sign of trust.

We quietly left to give her space, retreating to the owner’s home to wait. Then, the alert came in—the camera showed that Lilly was trapped! Relief washed over us. We rushed back, gently loading the trap with Lilly inside, and took her to the owner’s garage. When we opened the trap, Lilly was no longer the terrified dog who had bolted earlier. She was subdued, calm, almost as if she knew she was finally safe. She has already settled in meeting her fur siblings and beginning the next chapter of her life, filled with the love she so desperately needed.

This experience has a lesson I wish no one had to learn the hard way: always, always vet any transporter or caretaker for your dog. Paying someone doesn’t guarantee they know what they’re doing. This transporter’s mistake could have cost Lilly her life, and I hope they’ve learned a valuable lesson. It’s far too common for transporters and dog sitters to lose dogs because they don’t take the necessary precautions. A scared dog should always be double leashed—one leash on their collar, the other a slip lead. A properly fitted Martingale collar is essential because a dog can’t slip out of it. And never, ever open a kennel or door to the outside until the dog is secure.

My work is a labor of love, done on a volunteer basis, and I rely on the support of my community to continue this mission of safely trapping lost dogs. Donations are always welcome to help fund future efforts. And I can’t do this alone—I need more people who are willing to give up sleep, to monitor cameras when a trap is set. If you feel the call to help, please reach out. Together, we can make sure more dogs like Lilly find their way back to safety.

08/12/2024

Two dogs were abandoned by their owners when health issues arose, and the owners decided to leave the U.S. They moved out, sold the property, and left these two dogs behind to fend for themselves.I saw the post and offered to help with trapping before I knew the full story. That’s when the realtor who sold the property contacted me to share the details. It’s a sad story, but it has a great ending thanks to everyone who stepped up and helped.

There were workers on the property who had moved one of the homes and were doing cleanup, which kept the dogs away during the day. We set up cameras and food drops to watch them at night. Andrea and Lauren, who lived in the area, offered to replenish the food and water each day. The dogs were coming back each night to eat. Watching them on camera, it was clear they were nervous, scared, and waiting for their owners to return. They were very restless and cautious of any noise. They had lived in a small pen until it was removed, leaving them on their own.

After a couple of nights of observing them and with the workers no longer in the area, we made a plan to set out traps.

It’s always interesting to catch multiple dogs. It’s best to use the Missy trap, but due to the location, that wasn’t possible. I set up two box traps loaded with good food and cooked bacon. Both dogs sat across the road and watched me. It didn’t take long for the red one to come over. She was scared and nervous about these new things. She just checked them out and left. Later, after it got dark, both dogs came out to investigate, but they were still very nervous and cautious.

Julli came out to take the next shift of watching and waiting. Finally, at midnight, the first alert from the cameras came in. These two dogs were very curious and spent the next hour checking out both traps. Finally, Blue decided the yummy smell at the back of the trap was too enticing! She went for the food at 1:00 a.m., and the door closed, trapping her. Arrangements had been made for Andrea to help load her up. She wasted no time getting there to load the first dog. Julli contacted the foster, letting them know she was on her way with the dog. As the truck left the area, the remaining dog was confused and barking at the truck. We were relieved that it didn’t follow the truck and stayed behind.

The foster was ready outside her house to help move Blue to the kennel area. Now, Blue was safe in the kennel, and it was time to catch the second dog.

Back at the property, the trap was reloaded with hotdogs since the red one had pulled the towel out and enjoyed a free meal. She was barking again, upset that her buddy was missing. After watching the dogs, it was clear that the red one depended on Blue for direction. Now, she was on her own. We got alerts at 2:49 a.m. that the dog was at the trap. It didn’t take long for her to give in to the food and enter the trap. The door shut on her, and she was now safe. Julli got her loaded and was off to the foster home. The two dogs were finally safe and happy to be together again.

This story has a great outcome thanks to the many people who helped in trapping and feeding the dogs. It truly does take a village. I have to thank the people on the camera crew who give up a good night’s sleep to watch the cameras. That ensures when a dog is trapped, or some other animal goes in, it gets taken care of right away.

The two dogs are coming around very quickly and are already wanting attention and affection. They are not as fearful as we first thought. After their vetting, they will go up for adoption through Paws Rescue.

My service is volunteer only, and I rely on the generosity of the community to continue this mission of safely trapping dogs. Donations are welcome to support future efforts. I can always use more people who are willing to give up sleep to check the cameras when a trap is set. Please reach out if you would like to help.

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07/19/2024

♦️♦️He has been found and reunited with the owner. I have not gotten anymore information from the owner.

🐾🐾LOST DOG🐾🐾

Last seen 7-18 at 6th St. N./11th Ave N. in Nampa, ID. Do not try to catch him he may be scared. Please report sightings to 208 571-0225.

07/14/2024

🐾🐾LOST DOG🐾🐾

♦️♦️Darci was returned to her owner by animal control after she was found at the fire station. She will see her vet tomorrow.
Thanks everyone who shared and kept a watchful eye for her.♦️♦️

**UDATED lost location.
Last seen 7-12 at W. Gondola Dr./N.Black Cat Rd, Meridian, ID. Black/white Chihuahua. She is very timid and scared. Please do not try to catch her. No collar.

Report sightings to 913 449-0211 or
208 571-0225

07/13/2024

♦️♦️He has been found and is safe at home.♦️♦️

🐾🐾LOST DOG🐾🐾

Last seen at Fairview Av/Maple Grove Rd, Boise, ID. on 7-12. Red Heeler/Aussie mix. He is skittish and scared. Do not approach. Please call or text 218 213-5513 or
208 571-0225

07/12/2024

♦️♦️She was found this morning by her owner at the canal. She is home safe. Thank you everyone for sharing the post.

🐾🐾LOST DOG🐾🐾

Last seen 7-11 at Maple Grove Rd/ Lake Hazel Rd, Charter Point subdivision, Boise, ID.
Please do not approach. She is skittish and will run.
Call 208 794-6619 or 208 985-6202 if spotted.

07/06/2024

💥URGENT-Lost dog is on medication.💥
Last seen 7-3 at Eagle Rd/Ranch DR, Eagle, ID.
White male Schnauzer. He may have lost his muscle control and cannot bark or use his back legs. If spotted please call 208 562-9075 or 208 571-0225.

06/28/2024

This female yellow lab is trapped and safe today. She was at Blaine Rd/SE Second Ave, New Plymouth, ID. No collar or microchip. Please share to find the owner. She will be going to a rescue in Boise. I can be contacted at 208 571-0225.

06/27/2024

# # # Franklin’s Rescue Adventure: A Tale of Quick Action and Reunited Love

Little Franklin was so excited to go paddle boarding with his family on Saturday. As his family was unloading, he couldn’t contain his excitement and took off, running straight into the street and into a moving car. Luckily, he hit the tire and was not seriously injured, but the shock of the incident caused him to run off in fear. His family chased after him, calling his name, but they quickly learned that calling a scared or lost dog’s name only scares them more. Franklin disappeared, leaving his family desperate and worried.

His family stayed at the ponds looking and calling for him until dark. That’s when Jamie, Franklin’s owner, messaged me for help. I provided Jamie with all the necessary information to find him: using bright posters, making flyers to hand out while searching, and posting on Next Door and Facebook lost dog sites. I met the family at the point of loss on Sunday night, placing cameras and food drops. Unfortunately, the only animal captured on camera was a raccoon, which was not a good sign if trapping became necessary.

By Monday morning, there was a breakthrough. Franklin was spotted, and Jamie received the call, rushing out before I could arrive. When I got there, I saw a scared little Franklin in panic mode, running back and forth. Several people were trying to help, but their presence was making things worse. I had to be firm and ask them to leave the area, as it was crucial for Jamie to lure Franklin without distractions.

From a distance, I coached Jamie on the best approach: get on the ground, avoid eye contact, sit sideways to appear less intimidating, throw treats, and talk about familiar things without saying Franklin’s name. Jamie did everything perfectly, even using her other dog's name and talking about familiar treats like pup cups.

Franklin ran toward the street again, with Jamie following closely. A car had stopped and pointed to a bush where Franklin had taken refuge. Jamie continued her calm approach, talking and moving slowly, but Franklin remained hidden. Another lady down a long driveway mentioned he had run into her backyard.

Jamie entered the backyard, continuing to talk calmly about anything so Franklin could hear her voice. She got down on the ground near a large tree and kept talking. Eventually, Franklin caught her scent and recognized her voice. Shy at first, he slowly made his way to Jamie’s arms, and the relief and joy were palpable. Jamie quickly took him to the veterinarian, where he was checked out and found to have only minor cuts on his underside.

Franklin is now safe, happy, and back home with his family. These moments are always intense, as waiting for a scared dog to recognize their owner can feel like an eternity. Jamie listened carefully and followed every instruction, leading to a successful and quick reunion.

My service is volunteer. I rely on the generosity of the community to continue this mission of reuniting lost dogs with their families. Donations are welcome to support future efforts.

Thank you

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06/26/2024

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If you love them chip them.

06/26/2024

♦️♦️♦️The male is still missing. Please watch for him.♦️♦️♦️

♦️♦️UPDATE: The female was found this morning and is back home.

MISSING DOGS-REWARD
Last seen 6-23 at Lake Av / Moss St in Windsor Creek Subdivision, Caldwell, ID. They managed to find a weak spot in the fence. The dark one is male and the lighter one is female. They are wearing collars with no tags.
Call 208 8503194 or 208 571-0225

06/24/2024

Cashmere’s story began on November 31st, 2022, in Weiser. She had just been dropped off with her other fur friends at the dog sitter’s house. It didn’t take her long to find an opportunity to escape. Over the next few months, her owner, Gerald, drove from Kuna to Weiser, searching for her and handing out flyers. There were a few sightings, but eventually, they stopped. Gerald sadly concluded that he would never see his beloved dog again.

Fast forward to June 2024, when Nikki spotted a white lab in a field in Fruitland, 20 minutes from Weiser. The dog seemed to be on its own in an unusual area for a dog. Nikki put out food and water, hoping to make friends with her. However, the dog wouldn’t let her get close. That’s when I saw Nikki’s post about Cashmere and her difficulty catching her. I offered a trap, and Nikki messaged me immediately. We devised a plan, and I set out on an hour-long drive to Fruitland. I set up the trap with the usual tasty treats and cooked bacon. Then Nikki and I knocked on doors, asking if anyone had information about the dog. We discovered she had been in the field off and on since last winter, which made us even more determined to trap her. Nikki couldn’t leave the trap up overnight, so she tripped it around 9 PM. The next morning at 8 AM, Cashmere was at the trap! Nikki rushed over to set the trap, but Cashmere did not appear that day or night. The following night, she was back, ate the food scattered around, and stood at the trap’s door. She did not want to enter the trap. It was time for a larger one.

Now, Haylie stepped in to help as Nikki was called away for a family emergency. I took a larger trap, and Haylie and I set it up, loading it with hotdogs and chicken. We were hopeful that tonight would be the night. The temperatures were nearing 100 degrees, and there was no shade in the field. Dogs are resourceful, and I was sure she found a cool place to hang out, but she needed to be out of the elements. That night was the third night I asked the camera crew to take shifts. Watching cameras three nights in a row can be a bit much, but everyone was happy to help. I received a phone call at 3 AM—Cashmere was in the trap. I called Haylie, who rushed over to sit by the trap until I could get there. Cashmere settled right down and was calm with Haylie sitting with her. Normally, I don’t take dogs out of a trap in the field, but in this case, we had to. The trap with the dog weighed over 100 lbs, and we couldn’t carry it to the vehicle. Haylie got a slip lead on her, and I slowly opened the door, anticipating her reaction. Thankfully, she stayed calm and didn’t try to bolt. I scanned her for a chip, and she had a microchip! This was good news—she must belong to someone. When I called the chip company, I was informed she had been lost since November 2022. It was exciting to text the owner with a picture to tell him I had her. Gerald texted back a couple of hours later with her name and s*x; it was indeed his dog, whom he had given up ever seeing again.

Cashmere was still in Fruitland, so Gerald made plans with Nikki to meet her when she got home. It didn’t take long for Cashmere to recognize her owners, and she gave kisses to everyone. They were so happy to be reunited with her. I trust that everyone will live happily ever after. The End!

My service is volunteer only and I rely on the generosity of the community to continue this mission of reuniting lost dogs with their families. Donations are welcome to support future efforts. I can always use more people who can give up sleep to check the camera when a trap is set. Please reach out if you would like to help.
Thank you

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06/23/2024

♦️♦️Franklin is safe and with his owner♦️♦️

🐾🐾LOST DOG🐾🐾

Lost Dachshund 6-22 by the ponds in Star, ID at S. Short Ln/S. Steephead Ln. When he took off he ran into a moving car. He has been spotted today 6-23 so he is ok but very scared. Please do not attempt to catch him if you see him.
Call 208 919-0937 or 208 571-0225.