Lost collars in Eastern Kentucky
Description
On Tuesday around 7:45 p.m., I realized my dogs' collars were missing from the trunk of my car outside the courthouse on Main Street in Hazard, Kentucky. We had just finished a short hike in the Daniel Boone National Forest, and I had taken the collars off to stretch the dogs' legs. The blue nylon collar with a reflective stripe and a red leather collar with a paw-print tag mean the world to me because they help keep my dogs safe. I walked up and down Main Street, calling their names and checking the hedges by the sidewalk, hoping someone picked them up and kept them safe. If they’re found near Hazard’s downtown river trail, I’d love to see them back with us.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.