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Found Pets in Ottawa

Ottawa’s mix of downtown neighbourhoods and outlying rural areas means lost pets travel surprising distances. A single sighting report can turn a multi-day search into an hours-long one.

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Recent sightings near Ottawa

SpottedMay 30

Green and red bird spotted

small green and red bird spotted around Centretown this morning. Pretty skittish.
just off Centretown, Ottawa
571 views
SpottedMay 28

Grey tabby cat spotted

cat loose near Lowertown
around Lowertown, Ottawa
601 views
SpottedMay 26

Orange tabby cat spotted

cat loose near Elgin Street
Elgin Street area, Ottawa
725 views
SpottedMay 26

Black reptile spotted

saw a black reptile by Lowertown. didn’t want to scare it so i kept my distance. Appeared healthy, no visible injuries. left some water out and walked away. hope it finds its way home
Lowertown area, Ottawa
990 views
SpottedMay 23

Cream cat spotted

A medium cream cat has been hanging around Westboro for the last little while. Looked well-groomed so probably has a home nearby. Doesn’t look injured or anything, just seems lost. If this is yours please check the area
Westboro, Ottawa
535 views
SpottedMay 22

Green bird spotted

Came across a green bird at Old Ottawa South. Pretty skittish.
around Old Ottawa South
603 views
SpottedMay 19

White dog spotted

Noticed a white dog wandering near Wellington Village. Couldn’t get close enough to check for tags.
Wellington Village, Ottawa
948 views
SpottedMay 19

Grey dog spotted

grey dog. Wellington Village. no collar.
around Wellington Village, Ottawa
551 views
SpottedMay 17

Tan dog spotted

ok so there’s a tan dog at Old Ottawa South. Was a bit shy but stayed in the area. hope it belongs to someone
around Old Ottawa South
1012 views
SpottedMay 17

cat spotted

Ottawa
1116 views
SpottedMay 15

cat spotted

Elmvale, Ottawa
492 views
SpottedMay 13

Chocolate dog spotted

A small chocolate dog has been hanging around Westboro for the last little while. Appeared healthy, no visible injuries. Doesn’t look injured or anything, just seems lost. If this is yours please check the area.
around Westboro, Ottawa
453 views
SpottedMay 13

Chocolate dog spotted

Found a chocolate dog wandering near Sandy Hill, not sure if it’s been out long. Seemed friendly. I can’t take it home because of my own pets but I’ll check back later to see if it’s still there.
Sandy Hill area, Ottawa
967 views
SpottedMay 13

Grey dog spotted

A small grey dog was walking on its own at The Glebe.
near The Glebe, Ottawa
559 views
SpottedMay 9

Cream cat spotted

found a cream cat w&ering near The Glebe, not sure if it’s been out long. Appeared healthy, no visible injuries. i can’t take it home because of my own pets but i’ll check back later to see if it’s still there
around The Glebe, Ottawa
1046 views
SpottedMay 7

Grey tabby cat spotted

ok so there’s a grey tabby cat at Wellington Village. Kept its distance. hope it belongs to someone
Wellington Village, Ottawa
597 views
SpottedMay 3

Black and white cat spotted

was walking by Elgin Street and saw a black and white cat. Looked a bit underfed but otherwise ok. Tried to get closer but it wasn’t having it. Posting in case the owner is looking
near Elgin Street, Ottawa
664 views
SpottedMay 2

Tabby cat spotted

Found a tabby cat wandering near The Glebe, not sure if it’s been out long. Moved on before I could take a closer look. I can’t take it home because of my own pets but I’ll check back later to see if it’s still there.
around The Glebe, Ottawa
955 views
SpottedApr 30

Grey tabby cat spotted

saw a grey tabby cat at ByWard Market
near ByWard Market, Ottawa
1012 views
SpottedApr 28

cat spotted

Ottawa
661 views
SpottedApr 21

Cream dog spotted

mixed breed
Hintonburg, Ottawa
754 views
SpottedApr 18

Black cat spotted

Small black cat hiding under a porch. Green eyes, no collar. Shy.
Hintonburg, Ottawa
1042 views
SpottedApr 17

Brown & white dog spotted

Red harness, no tags. Very anxious, hiding under a parked car. Currently at Ottawa Humane.
Byward Market, Ottawa
871 views

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What to do if you find a stray in Ottawa

  1. 1

    If the pet seems safe to approach, check for a collar and tag

    A visible phone number or tag is often the fastest path to reuniting the pet with their family.

  2. 2

    Take a clear photo and note the exact location

    Photos are the single biggest factor in matching a stray to a lost-pet listing.

  3. 3

    Post the sighting on Lost.ca

    One minute, no account required. Your post is visible to every owner searching Ottawa.

  4. 4

    Take the pet to a shelter or vet to scan for a microchip

    Most shelters scan for free. Vets can also check the microchip registry.

  5. 5

    If you can safely hold the pet, do so

    Many owners aren't nearby to pick up immediately. If you can't hold them, at least mark where and when you saw them.

Shelters and rescues near Ottawa

Contacting local shelters is one of the most important steps in reuniting a lost pet. Many shelters only hold stray animals for 72 hours, so call the ones nearest where your pet was last seen as soon as you can. Lost.ca partners with humane societies and shelters across Canada, and many now post the strays they take in on Lost.ca too, which is why owners often spot their pet in this feed before the shelter calls.

Ottawa Humane Society
Ottawa, ON
Ontario SPCA Cornwall and Region
Cornwall, ON
Ontario SPCA Leeds and Grenville Animal Centre
Brockville, ON
Ontario SPCA Renfrew County Animal Centre
Pembroke, ON

See the full Canadian shelters directory

Frequently asked questions

I found a pet in Ottawa. What should I do?

Take a clear photo, note the exact location, and post a sighting on Lost.ca. It takes under a minute and doesn't require an account. You can also take the pet to a local Ottawa shelter or vet to scan for a microchip.

Do I need an account to post a sighting?

No. Posting a sighting is anonymous by default. You can optionally share your email or phone if you're willing to be contacted by the pet's owner.

What if the pet ran off before I could get close?

Post the sighting anyway with the direction the pet was heading and any description you remember. Owners search the Found feed constantly, and even a rough direction helps.

Is it safe to approach a stray?

Use your judgement. A scared stray can bite. If the pet seems calm, check for a collar. If not, keep a safe distance, note the location, and post a sighting. The owner can take it from there.

How long do sightings stay visible?

Sightings remain on the Found feed until an owner claims them or until the auto-moderator removes them if they're flagged as inaccurate.

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Helpful guides

Short guides for finders. If you have a pet with you or just spotted one, these cover the essentials.

Found a stray?
How to approach a scared pet safely and reach the owner fast.
Microchip registries
Which Canadian registries vets scan, and how owners update theirs.
The first 24 hours
What the owner on the other side is doing right now.

You found a pet in Ottawa?

A quick post with a photo and location can reunite a pet with their family within hours. No account needed.

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