Lost Dog Reunited With Texas Family After 2 Years

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A Texas family was shocked to receive a call that their lost dog, Koko, a Miniature Schnauzer, had been found wandering around a mall in Clark, New Jersey - over 1,000 miles away from home. Koko had been missing for nearly two years before police officers located her, bathed her, fed her, and cared for her until the owners could make the trip to bring her home.

Why it matters

This heartwarming story highlights the compassion of the Clark Police Department in New Jersey, who went above and beyond to care for a lost pet until they could reunite her with her rightful owners. It also underscores the challenges pet owners can face when a beloved animal goes missing, especially over long distances, and the relief they feel when their furry family member is safely returned.

The details

Police in Clark, New Jersey responded to a call about a dog roaming around a local mall on March 4, 2026. Officers found the Miniature Schnauzer and brought her back to the police station, where they were able to track down the dog's owners in Glenn Heights, Texas through a pet finder service. The owners were 'shocked' to receive the call, as Koko had been missing for nearly two years. While the owners arranged travel to New Jersey, the Clark Police Department cared for Koko, bathing her, feeding her, walking her, and providing her with blankets and toys - all purchased by the officers themselves. On March 7, the overjoyed owners were reunited with Koko, who 'ran right to her mommy' when they arrived.

• Koko went missing in Glenn Heights, Texas nearly 2 years ago.
• Police located Koko on March 4, 2026 in Clark, New Jersey.
• Koko was reunited with her owners on March 7, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The Clark Police Department said they were happy to have played a role in reuniting Koko with her loving family, and that the owners were 'extremely grateful for the care and compassion the Clark Police showed for her dog'.