About this template
When a pet goes missing or a stray is found, every minute counts. This Lost and Found Pet Google Form template simplifies the process of collecting critical information from concerned citizens, owners, and shelter staff. Designed to bridge the gap between people who have lost a pet and those who have found one, it streamlines data collection so rescues and shelters can act swiftly.
The form captures everything needed to identify a pet quickly: whether the animal was lost or found, exact location details, species, breed, gender, color markings, size, and distinctive identification features like microchips or collars. It also includes dedicated fields for photo uploads—crucial for visual matching—and direct contact information for the reporter.
Whether you run a local animal shelter, rescue organization, or community pet network, this template helps you organize incoming reports in a structured Google Sheet. By eliminating chaotic social media threads and unstructured emails, Doc2Form ensures that pet recovery data is centralized, searchable, and ready to help bring furry family members back home.
Key features
- Quickly categorize reports as lost or found pets
- Capture exact location and date details for rapid tracking
- Collect detailed physical descriptions including breed, size, and markings
- Allow reporters to submit photo links for easy visual identification
- Centralize all submissions directly into a connected Google Sheet
Use cases
- Local animal shelters managing intake logs for stray animals
- Community rescue groups coordinating neighborhood pet searches
- Veterinary clinics logging found patients brought in by Good Samaritans
- Neighborhood associations managing lost pet alerts for residents
What this form collects
- Report Status (Multiple choice)Are you reporting a lost pet or a found pet?
- Date of Incident (Date)When was the pet lost or found?
- Location Details (Short answer)Enter the city and nearest street intersection where the pet was last seen or found.
- Pet Type (Dropdown)Select the type of animal.
- Pet Breed (Short answer)Specify the breed or suspected mix (e.g., Golden Retriever, Domestic Shorthair).
- Pet Name (Short answer)If known, what is the pet's name?
- Pet Gender (Multiple choice)Select the pet's gender if known.
- Color and Markings (Paragraph)Describe the pet's primary color, coat length, and any unique markings.
- Pet Size (Dropdown)Select the approximate size category.
- Identification Attributes (Paragraph)Mention collar type, tags, microchip status, or distinctive features.
- Pet Photo Link (Short answer)Please paste a link to a clear photo of the pet (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.).
- Contact Name (Short answer)Enter your full name.
- Contact Phone Number (Short answer)Enter the best phone number to reach you regarding this pet.
- Contact Email (Short answer)Enter your email address.
FAQ
How do I use this lost and found pet template?
Simply click to convert or copy this template directly into your Google Drive using Doc2Form. You can then customize the questions, add your organization's logo, and share the live form link with your community.
Can people upload pictures of the pets?
Yes. The form includes a dedicated photo upload field where reporters can paste a link to an image (via Google Drive, Dropbox, or smartphone photo link) so you can instantly see what the pet looks like.
Where does the submitted pet data go?
All responses are automatically saved in a Google Spreadsheet linked to your form, allowing your team to sort by date, location, or pet type instantly.
Is this template free to use?
Yes, this Google Form template is completely free to set up, customize, and share with your community or shelter staff.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.