Texas Dog Missing for Years Found in New Jersey

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A dog named Koko that had been missing for nearly two years from its home in Glenn Heights, Texas was found last week roaming in a shopping plaza in Clark, New Jersey. The dog was reported to the local police, who were able to locate the owners in Texas and reunite the pet with its family.

Why it matters

This heartwarming story highlights the importance of microchipping pets and the dedication of local law enforcement to reunite lost animals with their owners, even across long distances. It also raises questions about how Koko ended up traveling over 1,500 miles from Texas to New Jersey during her two-year disappearance.

The details

After being found wandering in a shopping plaza in Clark, New Jersey, the dog was captured by a police officer and taken to the local police station. A Facebook post about the found dog generated concern from local residents, with some speculating the dog had recently been groomed. Police were able to scan the dog's microchip and locate the owners in Texas, who had reported the dog missing nearly two years ago. The owners immediately made plans to travel to New Jersey, and when they arrived, the dog 'was seen running right to her mommy'.

• Koko was reported missing from its home in Glenn Heights, Texas nearly 2 years ago.
• Koko was found wandering in a shopping plaza in Clark, New Jersey last Wednesday.

What’s next

The owners and Koko have safely returned to their home in Texas, though it is still unclear how the dog ended up traveling over 1,500 miles to New Jersey during her two-year disappearance.