Animal Services / Lost & Found
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You're in Good Hands
Welcome to the Pet Information/Lost & Found page for the Village of Palmetto Bay. We like to think we are man's best friend -- to man's best friend. (And if you followed that, you deserve a doggie biscuit!)
Most visitors to this webpage are here in crisis -- you've LOST your family pet. Rest assured, we've been there -- so we will do our best to foster a swift reunion. But, this page is also a place of happiness, as you will also see several FOUND animals listed here.
You're in good hands -- because so many Village staffers are pet lovers, too! We take great pride in the role we play in facilitating happy reunions between animals and Village pet owners. Probably more than we know... In fact, if and when you have a success story to share, please tell us about it via e-mail or on Facebook. Nothing like a success story to give others hope in their time of need.
EXTRA EXTRA: Come out January 27 at 11am for a doggie casting call and have your perfect pooch featured in an upcoming Village video showcasing the Perrine Wayside Dog Park. We hope to see you out there!
Miami-Dade County Animal Services
The Village of Palmetto Bay does not operate its own Animal Services program. Instead we rely on the professionals at the County level. Please visit Miami-Dade Animal Services as an important resource for information including:
- Licensing / Microchips
- Euthanasia / Vaccinations
- Spay-Neuter / Pet Adoption
- Groomer Licensing / Vets & Dealer Licenses
- Pet Safety / Disaster Preparedness
- Pet Transportation / Pet Laws
- Lost & Found / Shelter Locations
Award-Winning Dog Park
Visit Palmetto Bay's only park where dogs can let their hair down and run free: Perrine Wayside Perrine Wayside Dog Park. Named "Best Dog Park" by Miami NewTimes in 2010, this contained and conveniently located park is closed the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month (til noon) for maintenance. Perrine Wayside Park, located at 16425 So. Dixie Highway, even has its own Dog Park Facebook.
Pet Care Tips During Holidays
Remember to dog- and cat-proof your home over the holidays. All those shinny ornaments, Christmas Trees, wreaths, and delicious food can be a real danger to your pets -- and cost you a bundle if you have to make an emergency trip to your veterinarian. Pay attention to what your animals are up to and you’ll head off a problem before it happens!
We also found this very helpful checklist to consider, on the ASPCA website.
Lost & Found Procedure
First and foremost, (1) when you discover your pet missing or you want to announce you just found a stray pet, immediately post your information -- with a photo -- on the Village Dog Park Facebook and on our general municipal Facebook. Next step, (2) be sure to visit Miami-Dade Animal Services and look for your pet among the County listings. Then, (3) please e-mail your notice with a photo to the Village Communications Office to be posted here on the Palmetto Bay website. If you have difficulty with any of these recommended steps, (4) call 305-259-1234. We can even take your report over the phone if you wish. You may also reach out to local pet rescue organizations -- we plan to provide a list here soon.
In the next section (below), see a list of current listings of lost & found animals in the Palmetto Bay area.
Recent Listings
Lost Female Cat ... "Pecan" is an older outside cat, and usually makes it home every night -- but not last evening. She is a calico/tabby mix, ear-tipped, and spayed, with a pink collar that shows her name and contact info. Please contact us if you have seen her! We live off SW 178 Terr. & 92 St. MAY 1, 2013
FOUND KITTENS: APR 17, 2013 -- Two kittens found crossing SW 168 St. today. About six weeks old. Please email: jcblanchard@bellsouth.net.
LOST DOG: APR 7, 2013 -- "Sparky" (at right) slipped out of his collar on April 7 in the area of SW 94 Ct and SW 180 St.. If found please call 305 338 0244.
FOUND DOG: FEB 19, 2013 -- Black and tan female miniature pincher mix found Feb. 14 near 168th St and 87th Ct. Resident checked local vets, but she is not micro chipped. For information or to claim her please call Rita Hess at 305-233-0192.
LOST DOG: JAN 17, 2013 -- Resident Patty Bauer posted on the Village Dog Park Facebook that she found a male, brindle-colored bullterrier in her Palmetto Bay neighborhood last night, about two-years old, very friendly. Please call 305-378-8360 or 305-301-5225 for info.
FOUND DOG: DEC 30, 2012 -- Male terrier mix, black with tan German shepherd markings. Red collar with black leash. Found near East side Colonial Drive and US 1. Please call Tana Mouflouze at 561-707-2619 to claim the dog or for information.
FOUND DOG: DEC 30, 2012 -- Male Terrier. Found near 77th Ave and 168th St. 
For information please contact Silvana Fischman on Facebook.
LOST DOG: DEC 29, 2012 -- Male mixed Dashund; answers to name, Chucky. Last seen in West Perrine near 171 St and 99 Ct. Owner, Vitia G Cadahia, is offering a reward for his return. If you have any information or know his whereabouts please call her at 305-484-0983.
LOST DOG: Lisa, a Yorkshire Terrier, was last seen around 140th St and 90th Ave and is in need of medication. Please call Fred at 786-486-0508 if you know the whereabouts of this dog. Owner is offering a $500 reward for the return of the pet.
FOUND DOG: NOV 27, 2012 -- Shepherd Mix in Palmetto Bay. Contact Shoto Kan Karate-Centre to claim him or for information.
FOUND DOG: NOV 22, 2012 -- Friendly male Bassett Hound found on Thanksgiving Day in Coral Reef Park in Palmetto Bay, FL. He has been wandering the neighborhood for about a week now. He has a collar but no tag. Contact Betty Schachter at bcsarmi@aol.com
FOUND DOG: NOV 22, 2012 -- Found small all black male dog on 89th Court and 172nd on Thanksgiving Day in the late afternoon. No collar. Please call Barbara at 305-251-9040.
FOUND DOG: NOV 21, 2012 -- Found friendly pup with no tags. Please call Marleen Gleiberman at 305-484-4316 to claim or for more information.
LOST DOG: NOV 16, 2012 -- Lost female black cocker spaniel/poodle mix on SW 87 Ave/181 Ter. Call 305-987-2399 if found.
FOUND DOG: NOV 13, 2012 -- Found male dog. Looking for owner. Please call Kristina Paula at 305-978-9204.
LOST DOG: OCT 11, 2012 -- Bear, a lovely little Yorkie, is still missing -- since Sept. 30, near SW 87 Ave and 196 St. near the Whispering Pines area. Please call 305-905-9794.
LOST DOG: OCT 5, 2012 -- Five-month-old Terrier Mix, "Lucky," last seen at SW 84 Ave. and 124 St. This five-pound female's microchip number is 494319666B. Read more. Call 888-466-3242
LOST DOG: SEP 9, 2012 -- Reporting our lost dog in the vicinity of 92 Ct. and 174 St. Please contact "Prince's" family at 786-319-7518 or 786-208-1033.
FOUND DOG: AUG 4, 2012 -- Male Golden Lab found Saturday off Old Cutler Road and SW 168 St. e-mail Yesenia at ypdiaz@yahoo.com.
LOST DOG: AUG 1, 2012 -- A little black & white shih tzu named Oreo, 2-yr-old with a chip but no collar, lost in area of 14401 SW 79 Ave. Please call Stephanie at
305-336-3788.
CASE CLOSED! AUG 10, 2012 -- We are pleased to report that this dog, previously reported (July 25) missing near the intersection of SW 152 St. and 84 Ave., HAS BEEN FOUND!
FOUND DOG: JULY 24, 2012 -- 
One-year-old, 70 lb., American Bulldog found at the 144 St./77 Ave. traffic light on July 4. Now fully "vetted" and now available for adoption through Paws4You Rescue.
LOST DOG: JULY 17, 2012 -- "Jean Paul," a 12-yr-old black Standard poodle with a youthful appearance has been missing since the evening of July 17. He is wearing a black and silver beaded collar, is friendly, but may be timid -- considering the circumstances. Last seen Tuesday night in the area of SW 78 Ave. and SW 139 Terrace. Call Bridgette at 305-238-7807. (Please v-mail if no answer.)
LOST DOG: JUNE 16, 2012 -- Offering a reward for Bella, a female brindle boxer, last seen near 178 St and SW 85 Ave. wearing a black collar. Her family loves and misses her! Please call Beth Person 305-345-5870.
LOST DOG: MAY 22, 2012 -- Village resident Kurt Finguerra reports he witnessed lost grey schnauzer crossing 152 (from the north to the south side of the street), towards 89th Ave. The dog appeared to be disoriented, not used to being out alone. If you are the owner or if you have an additional sighting/information to share, please call Kurt at 480-993-8628.
LOST DOG: MAY 8, 2012 -- Red-colored English Cocker spaniel... Please call Renee at 305-251-6572 or 305-335-0239.
CASE CLOSED! MAY 11, 2012- - Female Corgi mix that was found in the SW 160th / SW 84 Ct. areas has been reunited with its family -- thanks everyone!
FOUND DOG: MAY 8, 2012 -- Brown & white male Husky on SW 90th Ave. SW 176 St. Please call 305-815-8305
MISSING DOG: APR 4, 2012 -- "Lola" was last seen on Old Cutler Road at 88 Ct. She is a white & black pointer/Terrier mix. Please call Sylvia at 786-663-1926 if found or seen.
CASE CLOSED! MAR 27, 2012 -- After disappearing yesterday morning in the area of SW 98 Ave and 182 St., 75 lb. pound "Ruger" was found -- in good health and good spirits. Here's the response directly from the dog's owner: Just opened Steve K's response via e-mail: "Thanks to the [Village Facebook and website], from Lori B., and some personal contacts combined, Ruger has been caught near 87th and 178 Terr., and is back home. I don't know where he's been, or how he got out, but he sure smells bad... and is at least home again and before dark... Thank you one and all for your assistance. Watching out for your neighbors works!"
MISSING CAT: MAR 11, 2012 -- Tatiana, a female cat missing since March 11. She is deaf, very sweet, but afraid of people. Last seen between 152 St. and 89 Ave. Green eyes; fur color is brown, yellow, and black -- with white socks. She may still be wearing her bell and green collar. She is spayed and has a microchip. Call 305-496-4768. REWARD $500 to the person who helps us find Tatiana (alive). Two kids are very very sad and miss her dearly.
MISSING DOG: FEB 8, 2012 -- Black male chihuahua, named "Tuffy," has a collar with the name "Minnie" on the collar (not his name, but correct contact info). Lost at 17530 SW 89 Ct. Please call 305-232-0718.
FOUND DOG: JAN 30, 2012 -- A resident found a small dog last night (1/29) near Coral Reef Park. Please e-mail her if it is yours or if you have information that might lead to its safe return: amient2@yahoo.com.
LOST DOG: JAN 12, 2012 -- A reward has been posted if you find this lost female 3-4 lb. Yorkie named Muffin, last seen at SW 87 Ave. and SW 152 St. Needs medicine to live. No collar. Please call 786-999-2470 OR 305-710-2589.
LOST DOGS: JAN 1, 2012 -- Two Chihuahuas, "Sugar" and "Spice" missing since Jan. 1. Last seen near the Deering Estate. Please call 305-323-0820.
*PLEASE NOTE: Be sure to visit the Village Facebook, as many people use that communications option, too. Best of luck!