Crime & Safety
Loving Dog Missing From Owner In Lakeland Area
A Lakeland police officer found a dog without its owner at Target and took him to the 9-1-1 center where he waited for animal control.

LAKELAND, FL — An adorable dog went missing from their owner Tuesday at the Target on U.S. Highway 98 North.
A Lakeland police officer found the dog roaming around alone at the building, and took him to the 9-1-1 center where he hung out for most of the day.
Eventually the dog and his cuteness had to leave when animal control came to pick him up.
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Police said he is a very-well behaved boy and he appeared to be taken good care of by someone.
If you're missing your dog or know the owner, contact Polk County Animal Control at 863-577-1762.
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