Heartbreaking search for Hank: Lost dog found on East London roadside still no owner after three days
Lost and Alone: Hank’s Desperate Plight
A touching plea is sweeping social media as local residents scramble to find the owner of a lost dog spotted abandoned on a roadside in East London. The pooch, now lovingly called Hank, was rescued by a kind passer-by but remains unclaimed three days later.
The Good Samaritan who found Hank says the dog is deeply unsettled and refusing to eat. A check-up at the vets confirmed there’s no microchip, leaving few clues about where he belongs.
“It’s now the third day and I haven’t found the owners of this guy,” the finder wrote. “He’s really depressed, not eating. We took him to the vet — he’s not chipped. Please help me bump this post so I can find the owner.”
Community Rallies to Reunite Hank
The rescue post has gone viral, with East London locals sharing endlessly, desperate to reunite Hank with his family. Many have offered tips, urging calls to shelters and pet rescue groups, while others have pledged temporary homes, food and comfort to ease Hank’s distress.
- Calls for checking with local vets, dog wardens and animal shelters
- Offers to care for Hank while searching for his owners
- Urgent warnings on the need for proper pet ID and microchipping
No Collar, No Chip – The Tough Hunt
Without a collar or microchip, tracking Hank’s owner has been a nightmare. Vets and animal charities warn pet owners about the heartbreak and hassle of lost pets without means of ID.
How You Can Help
If you recognise Hank or know who his owners might be, contact the original social media post or local animal rescue groups immediately. Anyone missing a dog in East London should report to nearby vets, dog wardens and shelters without delay.
Meanwhile, the good Samaritan is nursing Hank with hopes of a joyous reunion.
“He’s clearly someone’s loved pet — we just want to get him home.”
