Jett is safe after three days on the run in Flemington, New Jersey, enduring brutally cold temperatures. He escaped by squeezing through the smallest hole in a fenced in yard after being allowed outside off leash. For all new rescues, it is critical to keep them on leash even in a fenced yard until they are fully acclimated to their new environment. Any potential breach in a fence must be secured, if a dog can fit their head through, they can fit their entire body through.
Understanding the typical behavior patterns of newly lost southern rescues, we knew he would stay close. We kept the case quiet on social media to prevent well-intentioned search efforts from pushing him out of the area. Feeding stations were established immediately, and once he showed on camera, traps were set. After eating overnight, we anticipated an early return, and tonight he walked in exactly as expected.
Jett is now warm, safe, and out of the brutal elements just in time for the winter storm expected tomorrow.
