How Pup Finder Works
A simple, owner-controlled system to reunite lost dogs with their families.
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Get a Pup Finder
Order or receive a smart QR dog tag with a unique code engraved on it.
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Create your account
Sign up in under a minute. We'll save your phone number for SMS alerts.
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Register the tag
Enter the QR code ID on your tag and link it to your dog's profile.
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Build the profile
Add your dog's photo, breed, medical notes, temperament, and emergency info.
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Someone scans it
If your dog gets lost, anyone can scan the tag with their phone — no app needed.
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Finder consents to share
They tap a button and approve their browser's location. We never collect it silently.
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You get alerted
An SMS lands on your phone in seconds with a Google Maps link and the finder's note.
If location is denied
No problem. The finder can still type in a nearby address, landmark, or cross streets, plus their contact info.
What Pup Finder is — and isn't
Plain language. No hype. So you know exactly what you're getting.
Pup Finder is:
- A smart QR pet profile system
- A faster way for finders to reach the owner
- An editable digital pet profile you control
- A recovery layer that pairs with a microchip
Pup Finder is not:
- A live GPS tracker
- A replacement for a microchip
- Silent phone or pet tracking
- A guarantee every lost pet will be recovered
Curious how this fits with microchips? Read the comparison or browse all pet safety resources.