Red nylon dog collar with bone tag
Description
I found a red nylon dog collar with a brass bone-shaped tag this afternoon around 2:30pm outside Trader Joe's on Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo. It's about 1 inch wide, with a reflective white stripe along the edge and a sturdy silver buckle. The bone tag is engraved with the name 'Riley' and a phone number on the back, though the digits are a bit smudged. The collar looks lightly used but in good condition. If this belongs to your dog, message me with Riley's name and the last digits you see on the tag so we can get it back to you. I know how important a collar is for safety, and I’d love to help reunite you with your pup.
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