HSPPR gets new facial recognition technology to find lost pets

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - The Humane Society of Pikes Peak Region has teamed up with Petco Love to help find lost pets and reunite them with their families by taking advantage of new technology.

According to industry statistics, one in three pets will go missing in their lifetime. The new, "Petco Love Lost" database uses patented facial recognition technology to help find missing cats and dogs in the Pikes Peak Region.

Pet owners can upload photos of their missing dog or cat, those photos will then be immediately scanned to determine whether the lost pet is at a participating shelter or with a neighbor in the community.

Duane Adams, President & CEO at HSPPR says this is a great tool moving forward for families in the Pikes Peak Region.

"We work tirelessly to care for pets, whether they’re awaiting their forever home or lost and need help getting back to their families. There’s nothing more rewarding than reuniting families with their beloved pets and with Petco Love Lost, we’re confident it can lead to many more happy reunions, right here in the Pikes Peak Region.”

According to the President of Petco Love, Susanne Kogut, one in three pets go missing in their lifetime and an estimated 10 million pets each year, this is why this technology is so important to have.

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