Lost pug Bruno travels over 400 miles back to shelter
- Bruno the pug went missing after escaping from a dog-sitter's care on November 8.
- He was found three weeks later at a gas station in Bend, Oregon, over 400 miles from home.
- Thanks to his microchip, Bruno was successfully reunited with his owner on December 3.
In California, a 6-year-old pug named Bruno went missing after escaping from the care of a dog-sitter on November 8, 2024. Bruno's owner, Lorenzo, had left him with the sitter during a family trip, but the pug managed to escape from the backyard. For three weeks, Bruno's whereabouts remained unknown, and it is a mystery how he traveled over 400 miles to Oregon. His journey took him to a gas station in southern Bend, Oregon, where he was taken to the Humane Society of Central Oregon. After arriving at the shelter, he was scanned for a microchip that ultimately revealed his identity. The staff were then able to contact Lorenzo and arrange for the reunion. The emotional reunion took place on December 3, 2024, when Lorenzo was finally able to bring Bruno back home, marking the end of his adventurous journey and his family's distress. The case highlights the importance of microchipping pets, as it significantly increases the chances of lost animals being returned to their owners. It serves as a reminder that even pets can embark on unexpected adventures, sometimes against all odds.